Today, we're thrilled to be joined by Paarl’s very own Wilechia vd Westhuizen, a 2024 Mrs. South Africa finalist.

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Today, we're thrilled to be joined by Paarl’s very own Wilechia vd Westhuizen, a 2024 Mrs. South Africa finalist and a dedicated market development manager. Wilechia is passionate about women empowerment and job creation within the agriculture industry. Her journey in the Mrs. South Africa pageant is not just about personal achievement but also about bringing awareness to the agricultural sector and championing the cause of women empowerment.
8 Aug 2024 English South Africa Leisure · Leisure

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