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Mia le Roux became the first deaf woman to be crowned Miss South Africa, marking a significant milestone in the pageant’s history.

However, her victory was overshadowed by the withdrawal of Chidimma Vanessa Adetshina, who faced relentless social media attacks and bullying over her Nigerian heritage.

Chidimma’s participation in the competition sparked controversy, with many South Africans objecting to her involvement due to her Nigerian roots, despite being born in South Africa and meeting all the competition’s requirements.

The online harassment and bullying took a toll on Chidimma, leading her to withdraw from the competition, citing concerns for her safety and well-being, as well as that of her family.

In her statement, Chidinma expressed gratitude to those who supported her throughout her Miss South Africa journey, but ultimately decided to prioritize her family’s safety.

The Miss South Africa Organization supported her decision, and Chidinma left the competition thanking the organizers for their for her throughout her time in the pageant.

Mia le Roux, born with profound hearing loss, received a cochlear implant at a young age and underwent speech therapy to overcome significant communication barriers.

Now, as a triumphant 28-year-old model, actress and marketing manager, she proudly asserts her identity as a South African deaf woman who knows what it feels like to be excluded.

In her acceptance speech, Ms. Le Roux emphasized her commitment to supporting individuals who face financial barriers or have disabilities, aiming to uplift and amplify their voices.

Meanwhile, Justice Mandisa Maya has been appointed as the first ever female Supreme Court judge in the country.

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