North-West University (NWU) alumnus and PhD student in human resource management, Lebohang Raputsoe, was recently crowned Miss Cosmo South Africa 2024.

She represented South Africa internationally at the prestigious Miss Cosmo International pageant in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, that took place from 15 September to 6 October 2024.

This pageant, founded by Unimedia, celebrates impactful beauty that transcends appearance, emphasising empowerment, unity, and positive global change under the slogan "Impactful Beauty”.

Lebohang holds advanced degrees in industrial psychology and labour relations management and is passionate about transformation, progression and inclusion. She’s dedicated to advocating for Sustainable Development Goal 4, which focuses on quality education. Through her title, she aims to improve access to resources and safe learning environments, particularly for children and students, to help them reach their potential.

As the founder of the non-profit organisation ABC Community, a Miss South Africa 2023 finalist, and a Crown Chasers reality series cast member, she’s committed to fostering intellectual conversations and partnerships with institutions that support educational and social development.

Miss Cosmo International and its South African platform contribute significantly to cultural exchange, social cohesion, and global recognition for South Africa. Lebohang’s vision aligns with this mission, as she plans to leverage her role to inspire the youth and create sustainable change in her community and beyond.

NWU alumnus Lebohang Raputsoe aims to empower youth through education and sustainable change.