Augustine Masilela-Chuene’s Transformational Pageantry Experience

Augustine Masilela-Chuene, the esteemed winner of Miss Soweto 1987, reflects on her transformative journey from pageantry to professional success. She discusses her initial failures, triumphant win, and how the experience paved the way for her career in presenting at the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC).

Key Highlights

– Masilela-Chuene takes us back to her first foray into pageantry, revealing her initial failure in the 1985 Miss Soweto pageant. Her unyielding spirit compelled her to try again, leading to her win in 1987.

– The former Miss Soweto delves into the rich friendships and broader societal understanding she gained through her pageant experiences, attributing it as a key factor in her personal growth.

– Augustine underscores the importance of perseverance and self-encouragement, attributing her eventual success to these qualities.

– Transitioning from her pageant career, she narrates how an interview opportunity at the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) set the stage for her subsequent career in presenting.

– Offering invaluable advice to aspiring pageant participants, she stresses the importance of viewing failures as opportunities for growth and encourages self-belief and divine trust as essential elements for overcoming life’s challenges.