A man who keeps kindness right in his back pocket! Congrats are in order for Johannesburg’s JP Geldenhuys, who has earned his title as Mister South Africa 2025.
Johannesburg, South Africa (08 December 2025) – The Mister South Africa grand finale took place in Midrand on Saturday, where Johannesburg’s JP Geldenhuys took the title for 2025!
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The platform is all about mentorship, brotherhood, and proving that men can lead with kindness and purpose. Geldenhuys takes the sash from previous title holder, Cape Town’s Marcel Roux.
“Standing here today, I know that Mister South Africa is more than a sash — it’s a responsibility. It’s a platform to represent men who want to grow, lead and uplift the people around them.” shares Geldenhuys.
JP, a regional sales and training manager in the automotive industry, says that his aim is to use his influence as Mister South Africa to uplift and mentor others, contribute to meaningful, positive change and represent his title and the nation with pride, purpose, and dignity.
And he’s a champion for good! Through his self-started NPO, Umbrella Kids Project, his goal is to spread compassion through small acts of kindness.
“Umbrella Kids Project isn’t about donations in the traditional sense — it’s about everyday people making small, meaningful gestures. It’s not about how much you can give, but rather what you choose to do as part of your daily life.” he shares.
Intention leads the project. Geldenhuys wants to show that you don’t have to move mountains to make a difference. Real change happens through spreading kindness in the environments you already occupy everyday.
Handing out food to the needy on your daily commute. Donating clothes to the nearest children’s home. Collecting school supplies for underprivileged children in your area.
“We may not be able to change the whole world or solve every problem, but we can change moments. We can remind others that kindness still exists. This isn’t about big donations or taking a day off — it’s about compassion in motion, on your way to work, the shop, or anywhere in between.” shares Geldenhuys.
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