Miss South Africa Mia Le Roux addresses Chidinma Asetshina’s experience.
Mia and Chidinma joined other models in contesting for the crown, but Chidinma withdrew after being bullied and with the revelation of the Home Affairs department about her mother’s fraud case.
Speaking to Newzroom Afrika, Mia Le Roux said Chidinma Adetshina deserved to be part of the pageant.
“It was extremely hard for us because each one of us personally knows and loves Chichi. We truly believe that she did not deserve it, as we know she’s phenomenal, powerful, and beautiful in her own right. She deserved her spot on Miss South Africa,” Mia said.
The Miss SA further preached unity, as her goal as the reigning queen is to foster inclusivity.
“I stand for unity. I do not stand for people being divided. So, I do think we can do better in that aspect to support and include one another. Because she was excluded, and that is not okay.”