Chidimma Adetshina’s withdrawal from the Miss South Africa 2024 competition has indeed stirred up quite a bit of conversation. Her decision to step down was due to safety concerns for her family, amidst an investigation into her South African citizenship. This opened up a spot in the top 10, which Kebapile Ramafoko filled.
Kebapile took to social media to express her mixed feelings about joining the competition under these circumstances, stating it was “unfortunate that it had to happen like this”². Despite the controversy, she has received a lot of support from the public, with many encouraging her to make the most of this opportunity.
However, not everyone was supportive. Some felt that Kebapile did not earn her spot in the top 10 on her own merit, unlike Chidimma. This has led to a mix of reactions from the public, highlighting the complexities and emotions involved in such high-stakes competitions.
It’s certainly a dramatic turn of events for this year’s Miss South Africa pageant. What are your thoughts on how this situation has unfolded?
Chidimma Adetshina’s spot in Miss SA Top 10 was left empty, and Kebapile Ramafoko filled it. Image: @kebalepile_ramafoko / @chichi_vanessa
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The Miss South Africa competition will continue with a new contestant in the Miss SA top 10. After Chidimma’s withdrawal, South Africans were brutally honest about their thoughts on the new competitor.
Chidimma Adetshina replaced in Miss SA’s top 10
Kebapile Ramafoko took to X and let people know that she was officially in the top 10 for Miss SA. In her caption, she shared her regret that she got the spot as a result of Chidimma Adetshina’s withdrawal saying it was “unfortunate that it had to happen like this”. Read the post below:
Kebapile Ramafoko welcomed to Miss SA competition
Chidimma Adetshina’s withdrawal was welcome, and people were delighted to see the new Miss SA competitor. Kebapile Ramafoko was showered with tons of support.
Despite the controversy, South Africans have rallied behind her, offering words of encouragement and support. One supporter passionately declared, “We fought for you, nana.” The public’s mixed reactions highlight the emotional complexity surrounding this year’s pageant.
@AsaSitole assured Kebapile:
“It’s not unfortunate dear. It has happened, as it should have happened. Look at it this way: God can open doors that the enemy has already closed! We welcome you, we support you, and we love you.Wishing you all the best in your journey.”
@destinyzee said:
“We fought for you nana.”
@angoepe50 commented:
“Nothing unfortunate about it. It is what it is, keep your chin up.”
@lioneszT wrote:
“One of our own. A win is certain . Make South Africa 🇿🇦 proud!”
@LeeKgoloko applauded
“You deserve it Queen 👸 now go and shine.”
@Abelpter disagreed with supporters:
“You weren’t worthy of making it to the Top 10 on your own Merit. You didn’t earn the Spot like Chidinma did. Chi had to withdraw from the competition so you could get a place.”