50 Things You Should Know About Mia Le Roux, Miss South Africa 2024

Mia Le Roux, crowned Miss South Africa 2024, is not just a beauty queen—she is a symbol of resilience, intelligence, and grace. Mia’s journey to the Miss South Africa crown is a testament to her determination and strength. As a deaf woman with a cochlear implant, Mia has faced challenges head-on, using her platform to advocate for inclusivity and accessibility. Here are 50 things you should know about this remarkable woman.

1. Name: Mia Le Roux
2. Region: Originally from Oudtshoorn in the Western Cape, she currently resides in Rosebank, Cape Town.
3. Age: 28
4. High School Attended: Oudtshoorn High School
5. University/College Attended: eta College and the University of South Africa (UNISA)
6. Competitions Entered:

• Miss Struisie (high school pageant) – Winner
• Miss Garden Route – Winner
• Miss Deaf South Africa – Top 5
• Ultimate Wildcat – Winner

1. Occupation: Full-time marketing manager for a startup company.
2. Qualifications:

• Nutrition Certificate from the Sport Science Institute of South Africa
• Exercise Specialist Diploma from eta College
• Currently studying for a Bachelor of Commerce in Marketing at UNISA

1. Part-Time Work: Assists German photographer Max Libertine with marketing strategies, brand planning, and more.
2. Modeling: Part-time model with ICE Genetics.
3. Reason for Entering Miss South Africa 2024: To represent inclusivity and redefine beauty standards, particularly as a deaf woman.
4. Why She Deserves the Title: Embodies resilience, strength, and the spirit of ubuntu.
5. Most Important Part of Miss South Africa: Provides a platform for women to amplify their messages and inspire change.
6. Qualities a Woman Should Possess: Resilience, perseverance, courage, kindness, and staying true to her roots.
7. Family Background:
   • Parents: Liesel and Schalk le Roux, co-owners of a newspaper and PostNet in Oudtshoorn.
   • Older Brother: Schalk le Roux.
8. Community Involvement: Advocates for the deaf community, emphasizing the need for accessibility and inclusivity.
9. Aspiration: Hopes to provide cochlear implants to those who cannot afford them.
10. What She Loves About South Africa: The spirit of ubuntu that unites the country’s diverse cultures.
11. Definition of Success: Inspiring change that endures beyond one’s lifetime.
12. Fact 1: She has a soft heart for animals, valuing them for their unconditional love.
13. Fact 2: She is a big foodie.
14. Fact 3: Enjoys conducting scientific experiments to create organic food products.
15. Fact 4: Was a bookworm during her school years and often received awards for it.
16. Fact 5: Attended the Carel du Toit Centre from ages one to five, where the deaf learn to speak.
17. Biggest Disappointment: Facing skepticism about her abilities due to being hard of hearing, which fueled her determination.
18. What She Likes Most About Herself: Her kindness, which empowers her when she sees others smile.
19. What She Would Change About Herself: The realization that she cannot always make everyone happy.
20. Local Female Role Models: Shudufhadzo Musida and Zozibini Tunzi, for their grace and individuality.
21. International Female Role Model: Bethany Hamilton, for breaking barriers in surfing after losing her arm in a shark attack.
22. Biggest Problem Facing Young People Today: Mental health issues, exacerbated by cyberbullying and societal pressures.
23. Famous Person She Would Like to Have Lunch With: Nelson Mandela, for his embodiment of freedom and peace.
24. Spare Time Activities: Enjoys Pilates, nature, and reading books.
25. Message to Young Girls and Women in South Africa: Be unapologetic, courageous, kind, and uplift one another.
26. Current Read: How Not to Die by Dr. Greger.
27. Music Preferences: Enjoys music such as “Love Gets Old” by Wouter Kellerman, although her enjoyment is different due to her hearing.
28. Favorite TV Shows: Bridgerton and All The Light We Cannot See.
29. Cooking Skills: Adore cooking, with a particular love for preparing Thai chicken curry or steak with rosemary butter.
30. Favorite Meal: Truffle and mushroom pasta.
31. Guilty Pleasure: Sour jelly tots.
32. Idea of Perfect Happiness: A healthy family, dogs, and knowing she inspired lasting change.
33. Greatest Fear: Losing a loved one.
34. Greatest Extravagance: Her dogs, ensuring they have healthy, home-cooked meals.
35. Most Overused Phrases: “Kom ons doen dit” or “It is what it is.”
36. Happiest Moment: As a toddler during December holidays in Witsand, filled with magical stories from her parents.
37. Talent She Would Like to Have: Unrealistically, to sing; realistically, to dance beautifully.
38. Most Treasured Possession: Her dogs.
39. Value in Friends: Grace and understanding that it comes in many forms.
40. Principle She Lives By: “In life, it is not important to necessarily be strong but to feel strong.”
41. Vision for the Future: To continue advocating for the deaf community and creating a more inclusive society.
42. Legacy She Hopes to Leave: A lasting impact that proves strength lies in resilience and kindness, inspiring future generations.

Mia Le Roux’s journey as Miss South Africa 2024 is an inspiring story of overcoming challenges and advocating for those who often go unheard. Her life is a powerful example of resilience, and she uses her platform to promote inclusivity and change. As Mia continues her reign, South Africa—and the world—can expect to see her make a significant impact, not just as a beauty queen but as a leader and role model.