Miss South Africa 2024, Mia le Roux, has withdrawn from the Miss Universe competition due to health concerns.
The Miss South Africa organisation confirmed this on Friday morning. Le Roux left the country two weeks ago to participate in the global contest, which is being held in Mexico.
The pageant finale is on Sunday morning, CAT time.
“I am profoundly thankful for the unwavering support from South Africa during my time at Miss Universe. Making this decision has been incredibly challenging, knowing the dreams and hopes that have been placed upon me.
“However, I am deeply grateful to have the opportunity to focus on my health and recovery so that I may continue to serve my country with full strength,” Le Roux said in a statement.
The Miss South Africa organisation said Le Roux, who made history as the first ever Miss SA living with a physical disability, has shown “incredible courage and grace throughout this difficult period.”
“Her health and well-being are our utmost priority, and we stand by her side, dedicated to ensuring she regains her strength and returns to full health. Our hearts are with her as she takes the necessary steps toward recovery,” said the organisation.
During her Miss SA journey, she expressed the challenges that she had growing up, following being diagnosed with profound hearing loss as a one-year-old and how she relies on her cochlear implant to help her perceive sound.
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