Miss Universe South Africa Bryoni Govender left South Africa in a manner fit for a queen as she prepared to jet off to El Salvador for the Miss Universe pageant.
Taking place on 18 November, the 72nd edition of the international pageant will have the BONA October cover star up against over 90 women from other parts of the world.
On Instagram, the Miss South Africa page shared a video of Bryoni arriving at the airport in a luxurious-looking Maybach. The beauty queen was also shown surrounded by Destination by Frasers and Delsey Paris luggage and travel bags. Both brands are known for their quality leather goods.
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Bryoni also took to Instagram to share how filled with gratitude her heart is for the opportunity, and to represent her “beloved South Africa on the biggest stage in the universe.”
She added, “All I can say is Thank YOU! Thank you for allowing me to have this incredible responsibility, thank you for believing in me, thank you for making me feel seen, heard and loved! I will carry each and every one of you in my heart!”
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When previously asked by BONA what it felt like knowing she will be representing the country at this year’s Miss Universe, Bryoni answered, “It feels beyond amazing… I can’t even describe it. It is truly a blessing to be in this position – I can never take it for granted.”
She concluded, “To represent South Africa, one of the most diverse and beautiful nations in the world in the most prestigious competition of all time, is a calling and I’m ready to do it in all excellence, and proudly at that. I want to make history!”
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