By Siphesihle Dlamini
The official prize handover for Miss Eswatini 2024/25 is set to take place on December 11, 2024.
This announcement was made on social media by the Miss Eswatini 2024 pageant page, generating excitement among contestants, sponsors, and fans alike.
“Wednesday, 11th December 2024 will be the official prize handover, where sponsors, contestants, officials, and other guests will have the opportunity to meet, share their experiences of this amazing journey, and hopefully explore new opportunities for the future,” the page stated.
Temvelo Mtsetfwa, hailing from Ndlalambi in Piggs Peak, was crowned Miss Eswatini 2024/25, marking the beginning of her reign as the beauty ambassador for the kingdom.
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Alongside her, her court consists of First Princess Nowethu Motsa and Second Princess Clare Sebakhona Matisa.
The crown comes with an impressive array of rewards that highlight the sponsors’ commitment to supporting the pageant and its winners.
Temvelo’s most notable prize includes a brand new Jaecoo J7.
In addition to the car, Temvelo will receive E50,000 in cash, a significant sum she can utilize to advance her projects and initiatives during her reign.
Furthermore, the queen will enjoy a luxurious two-night stay at the stunning Sun City Cascades Hotel, valued at E32,000.
The sponsorships extend beyond cash and vacations; Temvelo will also receive a year’s supply of premium skin products from Portia M, a brand dedicated to promoting beauty and self-care.
This partnership underscores the importance of health and wellness, encouraging the queen to maintain her beauty while representing the pageant’s values.
Additionally, the top 10 contestants, who displayed remarkable talent and grace throughout the competition, will receive skincare hampers.
One of the exciting opportunities for the new queen is the chance to participate in a professional photo shoot with Portia M, designed to showcase her beauty and promote the brand.
Moreover, the winners will be adorned with exquisite jewellery, including a necklace and earring set made of American diamonds (cubic zirconia) and natural freshwater pearls from Niwa Pearls in Kuwait.
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Each of the top 10 contestants will receive the latest C38 smartphone, reflecting the growing importance of digital communication and social media in the modern world.
Additionally, the top three contestants—the Queen, the First Princess, and the Second Princess—will each receive a smartwatch, enhancing their connectivity and lifestyle. Notably, the Miss Eswatini Queen will also be gifted the latest OT8 tablet.
The Miss Eswatini pageant thanked all sponsors, including Portia M Skin Solutions, Sun International, Niwa Pearls, and other partners who supported this year’s pageant.
“A big thank you to all the sponsors and to all Emaswati and other people who supported the contestants in this journey,” the pageant stated.