The 2024 Miss South Africa pageant is in the spotlight due to controversy surrounding one of its finalists, Chidimma Vanessa Onwe Adetshina. The 23-year-old law student and model, who has a Nigerian father and a Mozambique/South African mother, is facing backlash from some South Africans. Many believe that her Nigerian heritage disqualifies her from competing.

The outrage intensified after a video surfaced showing Chidimma celebrating with her Nigerian family. The video, which was posted with a cheerful caption, has been met with criticism. Some South Africans are upset, claiming that Chidimma’s background undermines the pageant’s integrity and expressing frustration over what they perceive as disrespect towards them.

Critics argue that Chidimma should represent Nigeria if she is celebrating her Nigerian heritage. Others suspect that the pageant is using this controversy to attract more viewers and publicity. The situation has sparked a heated debate about nationality and representation in South Africa.