“It’s Giving Burger King”: Miss South Africa 2026 Crown Comes Under Heavy Criticism

The Miss South Africa 2026 crown has come under scrutiny following the crowning of the new queen, with the design drawing criticism and outrage from social media users.

Rather than celebrating the newly crowned beauty queen, Tiyani Makamu, much of the online discussion has focused on the crown, with several people expressing disappointment over its appearance.

The gold-coloured crown marked a departure from the Nungu Diamonds Mowana crown, which had been associated with the pageant since its introduction in 2023.

The crowning ceremony also featured another unexpected addition: a black cape, which was brought out and placed on Makamu after the crown had been secured on her head.

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Social Media Reacts To Miss SA’s New Crown

The new Miss South Africa crown and accompanying black cape have sparked widespread criticism on social media, with many viewers expressing disappointment over the overall look.

The crown has been described as cheap-looking and underwhelming, with some likening it to a Burger King crown, while others questioned its design, particularly the fastening at the back.

The cape also came under fire, with critics arguing that it did little to complement the outfit. Some netizens felt the presentation was not befitting of such a prestigious pageant and lamented that the newly crowned queen’s special moment had been let down by the styling.

Here are some of the comments;