Former Idols SA host, ProVerb, real name is Tebogo Thekisho. Picture: X
ProVerb, real name is Tebogo Thekisho, has long been a tour de force in South Africa's entertainment industry, steadily climbing the ranks from rapper to radio host and television personality.
With a career spanning over two decades, he’s made his mark in music, TV and academia.
Many South Africans got to know him as a rapper but his big break came when he became the host and later producer of “Idols SA” - a role that solidified his status in the industry.
Under his leadership, the show grew in popularity, becoming one of the most-watched TV programmes in the country.
Not content with just excelling in entertainment, ProVerb pursued further education, earning his MBA in 2022.
This milestone reflected his desire to grow beyond the stage and studio, positioning him as a well-rounded public figure who values both personal and professional development.
His influence extended to Metro FM, where he hosts a popular radio show, consistently proving his versatility.
Now, ProVerb is adding another exciting chapter to his career.
He recently announced that he will be the host of “Miss World South Africa 2024,” a prestigious role that aligns with his continuous success. From music to broadcasting, and now hosting a major beauty pageant, ProVerb's journey has been one of consistent growth and achievement.
Taking to X to share the news, he wrote: "I am honoured, humbled, and beyond excited to officially announce that I will be your host for Miss World South Africa 2024!
“This journey celebrates the power, grace, and resilience of incredible women who embody beauty with purpose. To stand on this stage is a privilege, and I can’t wait to witness the crowning of our next queen."
Honored, humbled, and beyond excited to officially announce that I will be your host for Miss World South Africa 2024!
— ProVerb (@ProVerbMusic) September 17, 2024
This journey celebrates the power, grace, and resilience of incredible women who embody beauty with purpose. To stand on this stage is a privilege, and I can’t… pic.twitter.com/Jyt7lPfMmB
Fans and followers shared their congratulatory messages, @nateofeos commented: “Happy for you, this is amazing. Continue doing great things.”
Happy for you, this is amazing. Continue doing great things
— Del Piede (@nateofeos) September 17, 2024
@KabeloKhanye_commented: “Congratulations grootman 👏 I know you are going to knock it out of the park ✨”
Congratulations grootman 👏 I know you are going to knock it out of the park ✨️
— Kabelo Khanye (@KabeloKhanye_) September 17, 2024
@NoodlePhelo also commented: “I started jumping up and down and screaming before even finishing the first sentence, I'm soooo happy for you Abuti Pro, I will not miss it for the world 🥳🥳🥳🥳”
I started jumping up and down and screaming before even finishing the first sentence, I'm soooo happy for you Abuti Pro, I will not miss it for the world 🥳🥳🥳🥳
— Noodles😍 (@NoodlePhelo) September 17, 2024
Previous hosts for Miss World South Africa include some well-known personalities in the South African entertainment industry.
Last year, Minnie Dlamini hosted the main show while Lunga Shabalala and Yaya Mavundla handled the red-carpet event.