MASERU, Feb. 19 -- In today's society, young people are often overlooked and underestimated. However, 16-year-old Hlompho Shantel Lebese is proving that age is just a number when it comes to making a difference in the world. This impressive teenager who will participate in the prestigious Little Mr and Miss Africa 2025 pageant that is to be held in Cairo, Egypt on 12th- 19th April 2025, and her determination, intelligence, and confidence.

Hlompho is passionate about education and empowering the youth. This fueled her desire to make a change and be a voice for the voiceless. Her participation in the Little Mr and Miss Africa pageant is not just about winning a crown; it was about using her platform to inspire and empower her fellow young ...