Sandfs Lieutenant Colonel Camelia Grobler Makes Top 30 Of Mrs Sa

The momentous night Lieutenant Colonel Camelia Grobler has been working towards all year has finally come. The 2024 Mrs South Africa Top 30 finalists have been chosen, with Grobler receiving her sash under the bright lights of the Theatre of Marcellus at Emperors Palace this past weekend.

Raised in Pretoria, Grobler has lived in Centurion for the past 17 years while pursuing her career as a soldier in the South African National Defence Force since 2005. She currently works as a human resources development Officer with a passion for education.

In a society where stereotypes often confine women in uniform to the singular role of a soldier, its crucial to recognise that their identity transcends the boundaries of military service. While their dedication to duty is undeniable, its equally vital to acknowledge that being a soldier doesnt define their entire essence. Women in uniform possess the capacity for greatness in countless ways, both on and off the battlefield, said Camelia.

Their uniforms may symbolise strength, discipline, and service to their country, but they are also daughters, sisters, mothers, friends, and professionals. They are leaders, innovators, caregivers, and mentors. Their contributions extend far beyond military operations; they are indispensable members of their communities, actively shaping various aspects of life, Camelia explains.

Mrs South Africa is an empowerment programme aimed at transforming married women aged 25 to 55 into powerful leaders and forces for positive change. The pageant creates a supportive environment wherein contestants work together, learn from one another, find support, and grow their personal and professional networks.