Prime-time Thursday nights on M-Net’s DStv channel 101 heat up as suspense, romance, big reveals, and even bigger decisions drive this riveting season debut of the hit global reality show The Bachelorette South Africa.
On Thursday 11 February at 19:30, M-Net’s first Bachelorette, Qiniso van Damme, begins her amazing journey to find love. It’s a journey filled with romance, heartbreak, tears, thrills, and drama. A host of eligible young men will soon realise that The Bachelorette South Africa is not for the faint of heart, as they compete to win the affection of the vivacious model, actress, and Masters' student.
But who are these mystery men vying for Qiniso’s love? The #BachelorNation has to wait no longer – here are the first five stunning gentlemen looking to win over the woman of their dreams, Qiniso van Damme.
TEN NAIDU
Age: 36
Height: 1,86m
City: Durban
He spent 9 years travelling to 90 countries to teach, pray, and find love! He wants to share the world and visit his 100th country with that special someone. Ten left SA in his early teens and has returned to find love where he grew up.
His philosophy is to embrace every experience and enjoy every moment. Ten is open, true, and witty. He had a brief relationship with someone that reminds him of Qiniso and feels perhaps it foreshadowed this opportunity. He considers Qiniso more worldly than most ladies he has met and secretly hopes she makes for a great salsa partner.
Ten is a qualified IT trainer and school teacher specialising in English, Information Technology, Maths. He recently began modelling overseas.
NOTE: He is in touch with his emotions and has a charming confidence that is fun to watch.
RUAN MEYER
Age: 26
Height: 1,80m
City: Bloemfontein
The Bloemfontein native relocated to Pretoria four years ago to study Architecture at TUT Pretoria. This move broke up his relationship of three years with his high school sweetheart. He comes from a big family after his parents divorced and one remarried.
Ruan runs his own fledgeling construction company while furthering his studies. He admits to having used his likeness to Game of Thrones's Jon Snow to win over ladies, but he doesn't like it when the conversation does not move past his likeness.
He has a strong Afrikaans accent and comes across as a small-town boy making it in a big city. He has travelled parts of Europe and says he would take Qiniso to Italy on a romantic date.
NOTE: Still working towards his Architectural qualification.
KGANYA RAPOO
Age: 23
Height: 1,79m
City: Johannesburg
Kganya can be described as a lovable geek with a smile that lights up a room, true to his name. A trainee chartered (not boring) accountant who is also a lecturer and a Masters' student, his maturity will make you forget his young age.
He is an extrovert who enjoys going out and having a good time. He has plenty of energy, loves PDA, and considers himself to be very sentimental. He is also a peacemaker and a great sounding board.
NOTE: Energetic and lively!
BRADLEY NEWTON
Age: 29
Height: 1,78m
Town: Johannesburg
Bradley works in the banking and insurance industry. A trained athlete and avid hip-hop dancer, this is a man with a life plan. He considers himself to be mature and a tad calculated. His answers are textbook but that is him - well planned and direct.
For Bradley, everything needs to be executed with perfection. Because he is a sportsman and allrounder he has high awareness and confidence. He has a portable studio where he does hip hop recording part-time. He travels the world and enjoys exclusive clubs and parties.
NOTE: He loves hip hop and has a recording studio!
DYLAN HENECK
Age: 28
Height: 1,87m
City: Cape Town
Dylan lives in a converted B 'n' B with eight friends. He completed a BusSci degree, but ended up in the music industry. He is a chameleon, as he has many sides to him, but is generally laid back. He loves the spotlight and is a bit of a troublemaker. Dylan spends winters overseas and is a digital nomad!
He has made many grand gestures for love, but never found the one. He has been through a lot of introspection as he has been a solo flyer for a long time. Women want commitment, which he runs from! "Commitment is not my strong suit!"
NOTE: Born in the USA, living in South Africa since 2006 when he was 14.
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