Awards
SA’s Lisa Msiza Wins the Miss Deaf Universe Title
Lisa Msiza has won the Miss Deaf Universe contest in Italy. She is now the first South African woman and Black woman to wear the crown. This achievement means a lot to South Africans and the Deaf community. The 25-year-old isn’t new to pageantry, as she won the Miss Deaf Africa award in 2024. She graduated from the University of Soweto and enjoys dance.
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The Miss Deaf Universe pageant aims to promote inclusivity and creativity among Deaf people. All contestants will share their knowledge in advocacy, communication skills, and other important real-world issues. Msiza’s intelligence and composure stood out among the participants.
Lisa Msiza : Instagram
However, there were some challenges she faced early in the year. She publicly sought financial support to enable her participation in the contest. Her openness drew the attention of many people. It was seen as a sign of transparency and humility.
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Msiza was calm and focused throughout the competition. She answered all questions diligently, which showed she was prepared. Despite other candidates’ performance, her performance distinguished her.
After being crowned the winner, Msiza thanked those who supported her during her preparation phase. She also spoke about how the Deaf community in South Africa requires greater support and encouraged more support for events like this. Her message was centred on how Deaf individuals can gain visibility and how their talents can be harnessed.
Her victory was widely celebrated at home as many recognised the significance of the achievement. It shows the clear benefits of widening representation in a beauty competition. Msiza’s win reminds everyone that disability does not diminish skills.
