In a heartwarming celebration of Mandela Day, reigning Miss South Africa, Natasha Joubert, made a series of impactful visits to schools, including Mveledzandivho Primary School in Chiawelo, Soweto. Partnering with the Cyril Ramaphosa Foundation and Adopt-a-School Foundation, Joubert highlighted the significance of education through the Back to School for Mandela Day initiative.
Joubert says, “I love primary kids. So, I’m going to be speaking to them on basic hygiene, just sanitation. We’re going to have some pads to hand out and toiletries. So really just giving them a motivational talk and inspiring them and hopefully leaving them.” 
The initiative aims to support Nelson Mandela’s vision for education by providing essential resources and motivational support to young learners. Joubert’s visit wasn’t just about giving talks, she actively engaged in various activities, from discussing self-care with the children to painting the school library and computer lab.
Reflecting on her experience, “For me, the highlight is always seeing the kids’ excitement. It brightens up their faces, and that’s the power of Miss South Africa. I’m really privileged to inspire the next generation of kids who will make societal changes one day,” she says.
Joubert’s commitment to education and community service extends beyond her reign as Miss South Africa, which ends in three weeks. She adds, “As Miss SA, this is a big part of the job, but even after my reign, I will continue. Everything I’m doing now, I will always do. When people reach out and want me to get involved, I’m the first one to say yes. I want to touch the kids, play with them, be with them, dance with them, and that will never stop.”
Earlier this year, Joubert launched the Natasha Joubert Collective, an educational advocacy campaign that awarded bursaries to 31 students from diverse backgrounds across South Africa. The campaign aims to ensure that education is accessible and to expand opportunities for more people. “Through the campaign, I aim to make a lasting impact on education in South Africa,” Joubert emphasised.
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Written by: Theone Jacobs
Images: Instagram/Natasha Joubert
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