The first ever Miss Cameroon South Africa will be held at the Market Theatre in Newtown, Johannesburg on Saturday the 8th of August 2015.

The grand finale will be produced and directed by world-renowned show producer Jan Malan of Umzingeli Productions.

The pageant is inspired by the strength and potential embodied by the women of Cameroon.

Mckevin Ayaba Dormithienne and Vanessa Mbenoun in association with COMICA (Miss Cameroon) have chosen to invest in the future of the continent’s ambassadors by offering a platform to the vibrant Cameroonian women living in South Africa.

Miss Cameroon South Africa (MCASA) is a non-profit organization created with the aim ofbringing together young Cameroonian women interested in serving their community, willing to promote the ideals of peace, prosperity and diversity within South Africa, in Cameroon and beyond.

It is also about having young women from different social backgrounds involved in the process of initiating positive change through the use of the pageantry, to promote equality and unity.

“Amongst our sponsors, we are proud to count Cameroonian businesses such as Dots Labs,Camblish international, Hauz of Lenze, Media Africa Plus, Z Tyres and LANSM events as well as Pan African media such as Good Morning Africa (Africa Magic) , African Crest and Franco SA.

Regarding our South African partners, Model Republic and Candi and Co which is the ethnic unit of salon chain Sorbet agreed to sponsor us.” explains Vanessa Mbenoun,co-founder and marketing director of the MCASA brand.

The pageant will feature smart, beautiful and educated women who will be evaluated in five categories: native Cameroonian wear, swimsuit, talent, evening gown and interview, as they compete for the title of Miss Cameroon South Africa. MCASA is a production that not only entertains but also educates on heritage, diversity and tourism.

Click photos to meet the finalists.