Carleton Jones High School Learners Shine at Mr & Miss Elite Merafong 2026 Pageant

Learners from Carleton Jones High School delivered outstanding performances at the annual Mr & Miss Elite Merafong 2026 beauty pageant, held on 17–18 July 2026 at the Carletonville Civic Centre.

Mr & Miss Elite Merafong is an annual platform focused on youth empowerment, activism, humanitarianism, and community upliftment, providing contestants with opportunities to advance to national stages.

Individual Achievements & Titles

Carleton Jones High School celebrated top accolades across multiple categories:

• Remofilwe Maropefela (Grade 9): Crowned Miss Elite Merafong Teen 2026 and honored with the Best Smile Award.

  
  

• Akwande Vetezo (Grade 12): Awarded 1st Runner-Up for Mr Powerhouse Merafong, along with special awards for Best Theme Wear, Best Evening Wear, and Best Interview.

  
  

• Sanda Dinwayo (Grade 11): Secured 1st Runner-Up for Miss Powerhouse Merafong.

  
  

School & Community Recognition

Carleton Jones High School commended the learners for their dedication, confidence, and excellence, expressing immense pride in how they represented both the school and the broader Merafong community.