Zozibini Tunzi’s journey to becoming Miss Universe 2019 is an inspiring tale of perseverance, grace, and advocating for women’s rights. Her win resonated globally, highlighting the importance of representation and leadership.
Wiki/Biography
Born on Saturday, September 18, 1993, in Tsolo, Eastern Cape, South Africa, Zozibini Tunzi (age 26 in 2019) is a Virgo. She completed her high school education at Butterworth High School in the Eastern Cape. She later pursued a B.Tech degree in Public Relations at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology in Cape Town.
Physical Appearance
- Height (approx.): 5′ 10”
- Figure Measurements (approx.): 33-26-35
- Eye Colour: Black
- Hair Colour: Black
Family
Zozibini’s father is Lungisa Tunzi, and her mother is Philiswa Nadapu. She has three sisters, two of whom are Yanga Yayaer Tunzi and Sibabalwe Ngxizaar Tunzi.
Career
While studying, Zozibini worked at Ogilvy Cape Town. Her first attempt at the Miss South Africa pageant in 2017 saw her reach the top 26 semi-finalists. Undeterred, she participated again in 2019, ultimately winning the title on August 9th at the Sun Arena in Pretoria.
Her victory included R1 million, a car, and a fully furnished apartment. Representing South Africa in the Miss Universe 2019 pageant on December 8th, she achieved a remarkable win, crowned by Catriona Gray.
Favourite Things
Here’s a glimpse into Zozibini’s preferences:
| Category | Favorite |
|---|---|
| Food | Pizza |
| Actor | Jesse Williams |
| Athlete | Caster Semenya |
| Show | Game of Thrones |
| Colour | White |
Facts/Trivia
- Zozibini is the third Miss South Africa to win Miss Universe, following Margaret Gardiner (1978) and Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters (2017).
- Her parents are her role models, instilling values of kindness, humility, education, hard work, and discipline.
- In her Miss Universe 2019 Q&A, she powerfully advocated for teaching young girls leadership, emphasizing their strength and the importance of occupying space in society.
- She received congratulations from numerous celebrities, including Oprah Winfrey.
- Zozibini walked the runway at New York Fashion Week 2019 for Maxhosa.
- She’s a passionate advocate for women’s rights and equality, actively promoting the HeForShe campaign.
- Her nickname is MamTolo.
- Her hobbies include hiking and cooking.
- She admires Aishwarya Rai’s beauty.
