The South African Style Awards 2024 commemorates its 26th instalment and has redefined the meaning of business in every sphere, with a celebration of long-standing business achievement as well as becoming a springboard for fresh, young creative talent; honouring individuals across various industries who have not only made an indelible mark on local soil, but who have become powerful vehicles for change on the international stage too.
From young South Africans forging their African footprint, to those giving the African aesthetic an international platform; from iconic creative minds using their passion to share their culture, to some of the country’s most esteemed entrepreneurs who are changing the business landscape across major South African markets; The South African Style Awards are a stylish showcase of innovation, creativity and business that continue to elevate the echelon for excellence.
In 2019, the South African Style Awards was proud to present a brand new category: Most Stylish Changemakers. Birthed in the time of a global movement towards taking action to solve problems in communities around the world, this category recognises the network of innovators, entrepreneurs, activists, business leaders, movers and shakers who are playing their part by inspiring, facilitating, mentoring, and collaborating with their community to bring about positive social change. Perseverance and determination are at the core of a changemaker:
Musa Motha is a 28-year-old Cancer survivor and an extraordinary 3 times international award-winning amputee dancer. Born and bred in South Africa, Vaal Triangle, Sebokeng. He was diagnosed with a bone cancer called Oesteosacorma when he was 11 years old. His main dream was to become a professional football player until his leg had to be amputated.
After his operation he continued to play football, but dance found him. He started dancing in 2009 as a street dancer and managed to break barriers.
Change-makers are not easily discouraged by circumstance. They understand that creating change takes time and effort, they are persistent and determined to overcome obstacles and achieve their goals.
A platform which springboards and celebrates careers, The South African Style Awards is renowned for inclusivity, with categories such as The Next Big Thing, which highlights up and coming individuals; as well as Most Stylish SA Icon, which pays tribute to the contribution of an iconic individual across their illustrious career. From Most Innovative Style to Most Stylish Business Person, from Most Stylish Media Personality to Most Stylish Model; from the Most Stylish Performing Artist in Film or TV to the Most Stylish Performing Artist in Music, from the Most Stylish.
To celebrate the announcement of the 2024 South African Style Awards winners, an intimate floating dinner was held at the Zebra Square Gallery, dealers and traders in classic, future classic and supercars, located at the prestigious Hyde Park Corner Shopping Centre. A sprinkling of colourful creatives, influential personalities and some of our judges gathered to celebrate the announcement
of the winners in 12 different categories who have disrupted the creative process of their specific careers in the last year.
The face of morning news in South Africa Leanne Manas, owner and founder of Grid worldwide Nathan Reddy, and the Iconic Sipho ‘Hotstix’ Mabuse , were some of the influential minds and voices that gathered on 12th of September 2024 in search of the 2024 recipients of the highly sought after accolade. Guests were moved by the heartfelt speech of Sipho introducing this year’s recipient Dr John Kani, an enduring friendship born 60 years ago.
The exclusive event was hosted by none other than TV and radio personality Alan Ford.
The winners include:
Most Innovative Style winner: Style maverick and creative director Bee Diamondhead , Most Stylish Performing Artist in Film/TV winner Senzo Radebe, Most Stylish Performing Artist in Music winner Tyla Seethal, Most Stylish Media Personality Motshidisi Mohono, Most Stylish Fashion Designer winner Jacques Bam, Most Stylish Model winner Ponahalo Mojapelo, Most Stylish Business Personality winner Faye Mfikwe and Melina Lambrakis, Most Stylish Couple winners Dr Musa and Liesl Laurie-Mthombeni, Most Stylish Changemaker winner Musa Motha, The Next Big Thing winners Creative brother Fhatuwani and Justice Mukheli , SA Style Awards Achievement in Business Award winner Melina Lambrakis, and Style Icon winner Dr John Kani all of whom have paved their way for many years
Guests were romanced with a gift bag by the sartorial french skincare brand Panier de Sens, known for its exclusive, sustainable products as well as manicures/pedicure vouchers from GRACE skin and wellness situated in Parkmore Johannesburg.
The winners were spoiled with Biologique Rocherche treatment vouchers and product from LUEUR Aesthetics & Wellness.
PLASCON South Africa’s Suvasin Moodley, PLASCON South Africa Head of Decorative Marketing: “PLASCON South Africa is proud to be part of the SA Style Awards 2022/3. Style is inspired by a palette and variation of hues, making this a perfect collaboration between these two iconic brands, SA STYLE AWARDS x PLASCON. This year’s winners, each unique in their choice of tones, colour their world with creativity and individuality, acknowledged by the SA STYLE AWARDS.”
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Viola Ncube: Director of Sales & Marketing – IHG;Founder-IROCK!UK: Viola Ncube is a senior global Business, Sales and Marketing executive who, to date, has opened 11 hotels globally in London, Belfast, New York, Chicago, Miami, Sao Paulo, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Beirut and Bangalore.Ncube founded IROCK!UK, an accredited social enterprise providing mentoring and training for young people, especially (but not exclusively) to those of Afro-Caribbean origin. This demographic is given access to life and employability skills that lead to either valuable work experience or paid employment. Ncube has global experience working in the USA, China, Beirut, Africa and Europe.