Advocate Thuli Madonsela Joins Miss South Africa 2026 Judging Panel; Lawrence Maleka & Jo-Ann Strauss to Host
Power Hosting: Lawrence Maleka and Jo-Ann Strauss co-host the Miss SA 2026 finale.
The Miss South Africa organization has announced a power-packed five-member judging panel led by Advocate Thuli Madonsela for the Miss South Africa 2026 Finale, alongside heavyweights Lawrence Maleka and Jo-Ann Strauss as main-show hosts.
Taking place on Saturday, 14 November 2026, at the Sandton Convention Centre, the finale brings together voices across law, healthcare, finance, and entertainment to select Mzansi's next leader and titleholder.
A Diverse & High-Impact Judging Panel
Connecting the competition to public service, leadership, and purpose, the five judges bringing their expertise to the finale table are:
Advocate Thuli Madonsela: Former Public Protector and Law Faculty Chair...