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Lesego Chombo edged out nine other finalists to be crowned Miss Botswana 2022 on Saturday, October 22 at the Fairscape Precinct in Gaborone. The 24-year-old all-rounder beauty from Maun holds a law degree from the University of Botswana and is currently a practicing attorney at the High Court of Botswana. She will now prepare to represent her country at the 71st Miss World pageant, whose date and venue are yet to be announced. Tshepo Nthaga and Sebaga Manyapetsa were named the first and second princesses, respectively. Last year's winner Palesa Molefe passed the crown to her successor at the end of the event which was also attended by the reigning Miss World from Poland, Karolina Bielawska. For her Beauty With A Purpose (BWAP) project, the new Miss Botswana aims to create a conducive environment for the development of underprivileged children. During her birthday in July, she hosted a recreational outing for 70 children in need. The event consisted of medical checks, educational ac

Ada Eme, a 24-year-old model and event planner representing Abia, was proclaimed the Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria (MBGN) 2022 in a glittering national competition held on Friday, October 21 at Eko Hotel & Suites in Lagos. The new queen bested 36 other contestants to win the 34th MBGN edition and clinch the title of Miss World Nigeria 2022. She succeeds last year's winner Oluchi Madubuike and will now prepare to represent her country at the 71st Miss World pageant on a date yet to be announced. Miss Edo, Montana Onose Felix, finished second and received the title of Miss Universe Nigeria 2022 while Miss Anambra, Genevieve Ukatu, Miss Abuja, Ifeoma Uzogheli, and Miss Lagos, Lydia Balogun rounded out the Top 5 and took home the titles Miss Supranational Nigeria, Miss Ecowas Nigeria, and Miss Tourism Nigeria, respectively. The new Miss World Nigeria advocates for empowering young women and children in her country through education. She said in a short video clip for the MBGN page

Miss Lancashire, Jessica Ashley Gagen from Skelmersdale bested 27 other finalists to be crowned Miss England 2022 on Monday, October 17 at the Holiday Inn Birmingham Airport. The 27-year-old model and aerospace engineering student at the University of Liverpool became the first redhead beauty to ever win the title in pageant history. She succeeds last year's winner Rehema Muthamia and will now prepare to represent England at the 71st Miss World pageant. Emily Cossey, 24, from Chelsea and Milly Everatt, 22, from Eastoft, Lincolnshire were announced as the first and second runners-up, respectively. The new Miss England who also bagged the Dentakay Brightest Smile Award is no stranger to pageantry. She already participated in last year's pageant and placed first runner-up. As a future aerospace engineer and pilot in a heavily male-dominated industry, Jessica is advocating for education and women's empowerment. She wants to inspire young girls, especially those who are bullied

The Miss World Trinidad and Tobago (MWTT) 2022 Top Model Competition took place on Saturday, October 15 at the Toyota Showroom South Park in San Fernando. At the end of the competition, Miss Arima (Jemima Pierre), Miss Maracas Valley (Aché Abrahams), and Miss Plymouth (Karielle Ramsden) were announced as the Top 3 and the winner will be revealed during the grand final on Sunday, November 6 at the National Academy for the Performing Arts (NAPA), Port of Spain. Also during the event, Daronte Guadeloupe was chosen as the Top Designer with a custom dress worn by Miss Arima. The winning dress was made from bridal satin and hand painted with acrylic fabric paint and consisted of a bustier and an eight-panel gore coat, paired with bell trousers. It was made with over 10 yards of fabric and evokes regality and epitomizes elegance and sophistication. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Miss World Trinidad & Tobago (@missworldtrinidadandtobago) Photos: Ross Phot

Miss Las Condes, Ambar Zenteno, was crowned Miss Mundo Chile 2022 (Miss World Chile) on Sunday, October 16 at Icon Hotel in the Las Condes district, Santiago. The 27-year-old engineer and travel enthusiast, who also won the Popular Vote and Beauty with a Purpose, succeeds last year's winner and Miss World semi-finalists Carol Drpic. Camila Vásquez of Santiago, a professional dancer and winner of Miss Talent, was announced as first runner-up. Rounding out the Top 6 finalists and also winners of fast track challenges were Sinaí Fardella of Molina (Popular Vote), Javiera Castro of Patagonia (Interview), Romina Vega of La Reina (Sports & Fitness), and Constanza Contreras of Chillán (Top Model). The new Miss Mundo Chile is an ambassador for Disautonomía Chile, an organization that raises awareness on autonomic nervous system called dysautonomia. Ambar will now prepare to represent her country at the 71st Miss World pageant. View this post on Instagram A post sha

Miss England 2022 grand final will be held this Monday, October 17 at the Lancaster Suite of the Holiday Inn Birmingham Airport, Birmingham. Thirty-one beauties from across England are currently vying for the coveted title. They have been participating in different qualifying rounds such as sports, bare face, and talent to name a few and each round offers a fast track placement into the Top 12 come final. Prior to the coronation, a charity ball will be held on Sunday, October 16. For ticket requests for the 2-day Miss England 2022 final, email tickets@missengland.info. Who will succeed last year's winner Rehema Muthamia and represent England at the 71st Miss World pageant? Meet this year's finalists: Alice Jones  - 26, from Walsall, a paramedic Amrita Saund  - 26, from Handsworth, a specialist pharmacist in critical care Anita Sahar  - 21, from Manchester, a recent biomed graduate, Master's of Research student Anjali Sinha  - 23, from Essex, a drug discovery scientist Atlan

Miss France 2020 Clémence Botino has been officially announced on Tuesday, October 11 to represent France at the 71st Miss World pageant. Hailing from Guadeloupe, the 25-year-old island beauty was crowned Miss Guadeloupe 2019 prior to winning the prestigious Miss France pageant. She was sent to Miss Universe 2021 in Israel last December and managed to place in the Top 10 among 80 contestants. Clemence is a hard-working student who believes that school and education are keys to success. She is currently pursuing her master's degree in art history at Sorbonne University in Paris. As a rum ambassador, she considers French rum as a luxury product that deserves international recognition and she thinks the youth must be encouraged to learn more about the local economy. She also wants to show that there is nothing women cannot do even in a male-dominated industry. The new Miss World France is the third Miss Guadeloupe to represent France at the Miss World pageant next to Véronique de la C

Miss Mundo Chile 2022 (Miss World Chile) national final will be held on Sunday, October 16 in Chile’s capital and largest city, Santiago. A total of 11 contestants will be vying for the national title and one of them succeeds Carol Drpic, last year's Miss Mundo Chile and Miss World semi-finalist. The next winner will represent the South American country at the 71st Miss World pageant in 2023. Who will be the next Miss Mundo Chile? Meet the 11 contestants representing various cities and communes of the country: Chillán - Constanza Contreras, 18, a model, ballet and contemporary dancer, a design student, and in firefighter training Concepción - Valentina Suárez, 23, a law student, professional model, and sports lover La Reina - Romina Vega, 20, an engineering student in business administration with a minor in marketing Las Condes - Ambar Zenteno, 27, an engineer, model, bartender, and a sports enthusiast Molina - Sinaí Fardella, 21, public relations student Papudo - Giuliana Bu

After weeks of intensive tasks and training, the Top 10 finalists selected for Miss Botswana 2022 have been officially announced on September 22. The national final will be held for the first time in an outdoor space on Saturday, October 22 at the Fairscape Precinct in Gaborone. Last year's winner Palesa Molefe will crown her successor at the end of the event and the next Miss Botswana is expected to represent her country at the 71st Miss World pageant. Meet the Top 10 official finalists: Alipo Makosha - 26, she believes that part of her purpose is to bring the presence and light of God wherever she is through her singing voice. Cheshe Tsayang - an optimist who believes that light can be found even in the darkest of situations. Cynthia Kalayakgosi - 25, a colored pencil artist since age 14, and a makeup artist. Goitsemodimo Jogwe - 25, a tourism and hospitality student, model and police officer. Gontlafetse Oagile - sports enthusiast especially football, volleyball and softball Les

Amber Koelewijn was crowned Miss World Nederland 2022 (Miss World Netherlands) in a glittering event that took place on Wednesday, September 28 at the De Koning Party & Events in Amsterdam. The 17-year-old all-around beautician from Bunschoten-Spakenburg bested 11 other finalists to win the national competition. Nova Cheyen, 17, from Rotterdam, and Robey Bruins, 21, from Haaksbergen, were the first and second runners-up, respectively. Amber, who advocates against cyberbullying, was also the Talent and Top Model winner. She succeeds Lizzy Dobbe and will now prepare to represent the Netherlands at the 71st Miss World pageant. Meet the new Miss World Nederland: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Amber Koelewijn (@amberkoelewijnn) Photos:  Van Eis Fotografie / Miss World Nederland , Amber Koelewijn / Instagram

Jennifer Barrantes, representing the region of Ucayali, was crowned Miss World Peru 2022 on Sunday, September 25 in Lima. The 23-year-old beauty is a commercial aviation graduate, a business owner, and an animal advocate. Apart from winning her title, she also bagged several awards including Best Smile, Miss Yolett, and Top Model. Gianella Paz Pacheco of Callao was named first runner-up while Lucia Arellano of Loreto and Fairus Ore of Lima Centro were announced the second and third runners-up, respectively. Completing the Top 8 finalists were the representatives of Chincha, María Claudia Ghersi Núñez; Junín, Nea Paz; La Libertad, Sofia Armas; and Lima Este, Mariley Vivanco. The new Miss World Peru succeeded Paula Montes and will now prepare to represent her country at the 71st Miss World pageant, whose date and venue are yet to be announced. A total of 16 contestants representing various cities and regions of Peru participated in the event. Since its debut at Miss World in 1959, Peru h

Leanni Tibbetts of George Town was crowned Miss World Cayman Islands 2022 on Saturday, September 24 at Harquail Theatre. The 25-year-old aviation management graduate is a pilot and sub-lieutenant at the Cayman Islands Cadet Corps. Apart from winning her national title, she was also awarded Miss Photogenic, Best in Sports, Best in Island Couture, and Best in Interview. Melissa Bridgemohan and Latoya Jackson were announced as the first and second runners-up, respectively, while Deverlee Ramos Bodden and Angelique Copeland were the rest of the finalists. The new Miss World Cayman Islands is also an environmental conservation advocate who lives by the saying "Be the change" and she intends to use her platform to empower women, especially those in abusive situations, and to highlight environmental initiatives. Leanni succeeded last year's titleholder Rashana Hydes and will now prepare to represent the Cayman Islands at the 71st Miss World pageant. View this post on Ins