MISS World SA top 12 finalist Mphoentle Plaatjie (26) from Waldrift in Vereeniging, Gauteng wants to play her part and contribute to South Africa.
A trip to the United Nations inspired her to enter the modelling world.
Today she stands as one of the finalists for Miss World SA, and she is dedicated to improving the lives of South Africans through her work as an environment, social and governance (ESG) and sustainable business specialist.
She commented about her journey and said: “This country was built on the shoulders of women like my matriarchs. Now it's my turn to pick up the baton, play my part and contribute to our country. As a member of the Vodacom Youth Council in 2022, I am passionate about providing innovation and tangible solutions for a better future.”
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“When we hear sustainability, we think that it is the problem of government and big corporate. I want to challenge society to reimagine sustainability as a way of life and an enabler of ubuntu.”
Mphoentle said she is also dedicated to serving her community. Not only has she volunteered for over nine years for the Tshepong Care Centre an orphanage in Sebokeng, she also volunteers for other organisations such as the Vodacom Foundation and Connect for Good to contribute towards initiatives such as packing meals, building wheelchairs and sanitary pad drives.
“My top priorities are empowering my community and planting seeds of growth wherever I set foot. I want to leave a legacy of love. My passion for young people and the sustainable development of my community are the driving forces behind my campaign to becoming Miss World South Africa,” she said.
