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Jo Judnick-Wilson was crowned the country’s new Mrs South Africa at Emperors Palace on Friday.
Roxy van Bruwaene (39) from Emalahleni is the first runner-up and Michelle Forsyth (29) from Cape Town is the second runner-up.
The mother of two, popularly known online as Jozi Mom, takes over the title from Thenjiwe Mdluli.
“I walk this path now, knowing I walk in the steps carved by greatness. It’s daunting,” Jo said in an Instagram post following her win.
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As part of the Mrs South Africa program, the finalists underwent a six-month journey focused on self-development, becoming a voice of change within their communities, and showing up as the strong, influential women they are to create a positive domino effect throughout South Africa to empower women beyond just the Mrs SA platform.
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1. Jo is an entrepreneur, business owner, content creator, avid photographer, founder of Build Her Tomorrow and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Communication Science.
2. The mother-of-two has been married to her husband David for sixteen years, and in her spare time she likes to be creative.
3. Jo tells Channel24 that a new challenge always inspires her, and you’ll either find her busy with a DIY project, gardening, painting or studying.
4. A trip to the bushveld is her favourite kind of “soul food,” she says.
5. Her family has always been her number one priority, and their motto is: “Life is an adventure or nothing at all.”
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The selection committee that had the difficult task of selecting the new Mrs South Africa, consisted of Mrs World 2019 runner-up Matapa Maila, television presenter Dr Fez Mkhize, PR Guru Madelein Rocher, former Miss SA Tansey Coetzee, television personality Lebo Mokoena and former Mrs South Africa, Marelize Steyn-Earle.
The show was hosted by award-winning TV and radio host Pearl Modiadie and was a spectacular showcase of South African talent and beauty.
