KNOW MORE ABOUT MISTER BODY BEAUTIFUL ~EASTERN CAPE

Abongile Tabata, popularly known as Ribo, was born in Gqeberha. He relocated to Cape Town for a short period before returning home. This passionate 26 year old is currently employed as a bar tender whilst studying part time for a Diploma in software development at Damelin.

Abongile, a fitness enthusiast, participated and won the Mr Body Beautiful 2023 Eastern Cape pageant title which was held at the Tramways building on 07 December. He entered this pageant because he wants to inspire men to live a fit and healthy lifestyle whilst being a mentor to the youth. Together with the Mr Body Beautiful Non-Profit Organisation, he will pursue his dream of educating the youth about fitness and nutrition whilst speaking out on peer pressure. Peer pressure is a catalyst in mental health, substance abuse and teen suicide. He is a professional fitness model and has had an acting role in Gqeberha The Empire television series.

This insightful and humble young man will be participating in the Mister International South Africa to be held in Gqeberha in 2024.