Over the weekend, 23-year-old South African-born Chidimma Adetshina was crowned Miss Universe Nigeria on 31 August.

CHIDIMMA ADETSHINA CROWNED MISS UNIVERSE NIGERIA
Chidimma Adetshina was invited to the pageant after she withdrew from Miss South Africa after South Africans questioned her eligibility to contest.

This came after she revealed she was born to a South African mother (Zulu) of Mozambican descent and a Nigerian father.

Her participation became a national debate, and the Home Affairs Department was tagged along to clarify the matter.

However, the department found prima facie evidence to believe that Adetshina’s mother, a Mozambican, “may have committed fraud” in 2001. Against the investigation, she withdrew from Miss SA, citing safety concerns.

Chidimma Adetshina posted, “After much careful consideration, I have made the difficult decision to withdraw myself from the competition for the safety and wellbeing of my family and I.

“With the full support of the Miss South Africa Organisation, I leave with a heart full of gratitude for this amazing experience.”

However, despite withdrawing, she was invited to participate in the Miss Universe Nigeria pageant.

She was crowned Miss Universe Nigeria on 31 August at the Eko Convention Centre in Victoria Island, Lagos.

Chidimma Vannesa Adetshina, who is set to represent Nigeria in Mexico, has since opened up about her woes in a now-viral interview.

The 23-year-old revealed that the outcry of her competing in the Miss South Africa pageant all started with her name.

“South Africans felt like I was not South African enough because of my name, and it was really hard to see.

“It was a very horrible experience, and I would not wish it on anybody because I have lived there for 23 years. It is heartbreaking to see that I was not welcomed and accepted,” said Chidimma Adetshina.

However, she made it known that several incidents happened behind the scenes, leading to her withdrawal from Miss SA.

‘I’M STILL SOUTH AFRICAN AND PROUDLY NIGERIAN’
However, during the interview, he revealed that she is South African and proudly Nigerian.

Overcome with emotions, Chidimma Vanessa Onwe Adetshina, the newly crowned Miss Universe Nigeria, breaks down in tears as she reflects on her journey. From a contestant in the Miss South Africa pageant to her current reign as Miss Universe Nigeria

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Chidimma Adetshina said, “A decision needed to be made, and it really hit social media as well. There were some statements that came out from Home Affairs, with regards to my mom’s ID as well and that is still a legal matter.

“What I do know is that I was born in South Africa, and I am still South African, and I am still proudly Nigerian. I was really excited to get an invitation from Silver bird to come represent Nigeria in Miss Universe Nigeria.”

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Chidimma Adetshina has not only walked away from her pageant critics with the last laugh after winning Miss Universe Nigeria but a number of prizes, including cash.

The South African-born 23-year-old model shocked the African continent when she was crowned as the new queen over the weekend.

 

 

 
Amid the celebrations, the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) is continuing its investigation of possible identity theft and fraud by her parents, a Nigerian father and a Mozambican mother.

Chidimma is set to represent Nigeria at the Miss Universe finale in Mexico in November.

CHIDIMMA ADETSHINA: WHAT PRIZES DID SHE WIN?
As the new Miss Universe Nigeria, Chidimma Adetshina was awarded N10 million in cash (over R100 000) along with other prizes from various sponsors.

Chidimma will also travel to Mexico to represent Nigeria at an international pageant.

Pageant CEO Guy Murray-Bruce told Arise News: “It’s a great opportunity for the winner to go to Miss Universe and participate with 100+ participants from around the world.

He added the onus was on the winner to network and market herself to further her career ambitions.

COULD HER WINNINGS BE TAXED?
On social media, many are wondering if Chidimma Adetshina will ever return to South Africa following her Miss Universe Nigeria win.

And if she does, will her prizemoney be taxed by SARS?

According to TaxTim, international competition winnings are considered capital in nature and, therefore, not taxable in SA. However, Chidimma is required to declare the prize money in the non-taxable income section of her next tax return.

Chidimma Adetshina wins Miss Universe Nigeria.Chidimma Adetshina wins Miss Universe Nigeria. Images via Instagram: @missuniverseng
MZANSI TO MEXICO: WHAT ABOUT CHIDIMMA’S IDENTITY DOCUMENTS?
With Chidimma Adetshina set to travel to Miss Universe in Mexico, how does the DHA investigation impact her plans?

According to the DHA, Chidimma is still in possession of a South African ID and travel documents.

However, the findings of their identity theft and fraud allegations against her parents could change that. If their permanent residency or citizenship is deemed fraudulent, then this may

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Javas falls for Ditsheho and the good news she is coming back on our screen…..This beautiful and versatile actress has been in the entertainment industry since she was a teenager. After her controversial role on SABC2’s drama series, Muvhango as Master. Now she is taking on the role of Seipati’s Sister Ditsheho. Fans of the show are wondering who this actress is. Let’s get to know Kamo Letsosa, whose love storyline is keeping Mzansi glued to their screens.

Kamo Letsosa debuted on etv’s Scandal in November when the soapie showed Seipati and Lerumo’s wedding. She takes on the role of Ditsheho, a sister who was bitter and angry at Seipati because of past mistakes. At first, she is mad that her father had let Seipati back home for her lobola negotiations, but she mended their relationship after meeting Tibi and talking to him.

 

 

 

 

 
Javas, the ever-loyal police officer who works with Lerumo, falls for Ditsheho, but both parties are shy. It takes Seipati and Lerumo’s combined effort to trick them into spending time together after several failed tries. She is the one who makes the first move and kisses the clueless man, and Mzansi is there for it.

Kamo Letsosa’s acting career
Kamo has been in several shows before her Scandal debut. She has been acting since 2014, when she landed a role in SABC1’s Single Galz, where she played Zinhle. She had a role in the last season of eKasi: Our Stories in the episode titled Last Born. After that, she had roles in series like Sokhulu and Partners, Greed and Desire and Muvhango.

She debuted in filmology when she starred in Kasi Mean Girls on Mzansi Magic in 2017. Apart from being an actress, she is also a television presenter famously known for hosting Teenagers on a Mission, WiredUp and Street Radio. Kamo also doubles up as a dancer, and she is exceptionally gifted.

Kamo was born in 1991, which makes her 30 years old. She has been rumoured to be dating Itumeleng Khune since 2017. She studied Drama at City Varsity School of Media and Creative Arts, where she graduated in 2009.