As part of the Mr World South Africa Pageant, under the overall theme ‘United with Purpose’, a Mr Gay World South Africa was held for the first time.
Johann Els, Creative Director of Mr Gay World South Africa
“We’ve got two pageants, one being Mr World South Africa and the one being Mr World Gay South Africa and the whole focus was “United with Purpose’. Here men, no matter their background or sexual preference, stand together as brothers against bullying, no matter what people say” shares Johann Els, Creative Director of Mr World South Africa and Mr Gay World South Africa. He believes that, “Together we can fight a fight that has been ignored for so long.”
Twelve finalists vied for this year’s title which saw them competing in a week of activities before arriving at the main event. The finalists included a diverse range of South African men from varying backgrounds and professions including, banking, mental health, reality TV, and fitness.