Johannesburg, 19 June 2024 – S3 announces the return of the prestigious Miss South Africa pageant that will broadcast live on the channel on the 10th of August 2024 at 20:00, preceded by the red carpet at 19:30.

For the second time in a row, Crown Chasers will lead the viewers to the main event, placing Miss South Africa contestants in real-life scenarios for the next six weeks. The weekly challenges are based on the four pillars of Miss South Africa – duty, championship, empowerment and beauty, introducing a challenge winner after every episode.

As a lead-up to the main event, the channel launches this year’s Miss South Africa reality show, Crown Chasers will start on Saturday, 29 June 2024, at 20:30, to be hosted by the reigning Miss South Africa, Natasha Joubert.

“I am delighted that my first opportunity to host a television show is with Crown Chasers. I have always wanted to step into the hosting and presenting space – one day I would love to be a sports presenter – so my goal has always been to get experience in the television field. Although hosting has not always been easy and has been challenging at times, I am growing more confident as filming progresses, and I am becoming more comfortable. This is something I am going to pursue after my reign ends in August.” – Natasha Joubert.

In addition, at the end of each thrilling episode, the judges will vote off one of the contestants, with those remaining going through to participate in the live grand finale at the SunBet Arena at Time Square in Pretoria in August.

Leandie Du  Randt returns as a resident judge, with media personality Lerato Kganyago as a co-judge. The two will be joined by a celebrity guest judge every week.

Du Randt is delighted to return to the series: “It is such an honour. I love this reality show because it gives those taking part the opportunity to see what will be expected of them if they are crowned Miss South Africa. The challenges and tests they will go through during the show is a true test of what will be expected of them.”

Her excitement is matched by new judge Kganyago: “It feels amazing and surreal to be a resident judge for Crown Chasers. It is like coming full circle for me, having taken part in pageants myself. Being part of a show that celebrates and empowers women is something I hold very close to my heart. I’m thrilled and humbled to help guide these incredible contestants on their journey. I hope to positively contribute to the show with my experience as someone who’s been in their shoes. I understand the pressures and the dreams these women have. I will offer support, honest feedback and a lot of heart. My goal is to help the contestants to find their true potential and shine as their authentic selves,” she says.

“Last year, S3 introduced Crown Chasers, a lead into the Miss South Africa pageant to the channel offering, which saw the channel reaching the 1 million viewers mark, a commendable achievement. We look forward to better achievements this year and have a few surprises in store for the S3 audiences with the new season. S3 wishes all the Miss SA hopefuls good luck with their journey, and can not wait to see who reaches the finals”. – S3 Channel Head: Sane Zondi.

For more information and interview opportunities, contact the S3 Publicity office.

Channel your inner strength with Crown Chasers on Saturdays at 20:30,  The live broadcast of Miss South Africa 2024 is on the 10th  of August at 20:00, kicking off with the Red Carpet at 19:30. The Miss SA Crown Chasers and the Miss SA main event will also be available on SABC Plus. SABC+ is available for download from Apple and Android App Stores.

For media enquiries

Caroline Phalakatshela

Publicity Specialist – Video Entertainment

072 382 2032/ phalakatshelamc@sabc.co.za