NIKITA RUTHVEN
nikita ruthven
Nikita Ruthven is a name synonymous with grace, determination, and versatility in the modeling and pageant industry. Her journey began at the age of 12 when she boldly entered her first modeling competition without any prior training—an early testament to her natural talent and unwavering passion for the industry. Since that first step onto the runway, Nikita has become a familiar face in prestigious competitions. She has competed multiple times in Year of the Model and Cover Search, showcasing her ability to captivate judges and audiences alike. Her accolades include multiple category wins in the Model Cup series and a place among the finalists for Face of News Cafe. Adding to her accomplishments, she was also a finalist in Opulent Models, further solidifying her reputation in the fashion and beauty world. Beyond the pageant stage, Nikita’s career has extended into television and music, with appearances in international TV series and music videos that highlight her adaptability and on-screen presence. Notably, she featured in a Parlotones music video, as well as two music videos for Soné Joubert, a fellow talent from her small hometown. With a career spanning across competitions, runway, television, and music, Nikita Ruthven continues to be an inspiring figure in the modeling world—an embodiment of perseverance, elegance, and the power of raw talent refined through experience.
CLEMENT CHAUKE
CLEMENT CHAUKE
For over 15 years, Clement Chauke has been working in the Media and Entertainment industry. He has a huge portfolio in terms of working as a freelancer. He has a huge footprint in the music industry as a Graphic Designer and has done enormous work in digital marketing for both established and upcoming musicians. He possesses a skill as both a photographer and a videographer. He has experience in both indoor and outdoor photoshoots. In Entertainment he has forged strong relationships with actors, musicians and radio presenters and is passionate about community development. His role in Miss Influence South Africa® and Miss Influence South Africa Teen® Pageants will come in handy for the models in terms of gaining them access and helping them build networks in both business and media spaces. It is with great excitement to have him on board as one of our pageant producers. He serves as the Director of Miss Influence South Africa® and Miss Influence South Africa Teen® Marketing Department.
ANNIKIE RABOHLALE
ANNIKIE RABOHLALE
Annikie Rabohlale is a former national pageant titleholder, an international fashion show hostess, fashion Model, public speaker and brand ambassador. In Everything she does she puts God first. Her power lies within the core of her identity, her originality and authenticity. She believes her passion chose her and all she has to do to honor her God given talent(s) is to vibrate on the frequency spectrum of her truest and heroic self. She has conducted and took part in a few charity projects throughout her journey as a model, judged a few pageants and graced international stages with her craft of hosting. Above and beyond, she is pacing herself and learning as she goes in the industry while pushing her studies as well.
PAGEANTRY REIMAGINED
PAGEANTRY REIMAGINED
We are the Miss Influential South Africa, a nationally-recognized pageant platform that celebrates the unique beauty of women across cultures. Beyond well-known, we remain relevant to mainstream culture, as we connect young women to their own beauty and help activate their voice. We are a sisterhood in arms, a family of movers and shakers in beauty and business, poised to positively impact the status of women by bringing pageants to the everyday lives of everyday South Africans – this is Pageantry Reimagined® by Miss Influence South Africa.
