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What is happening live at Miss Uganda 2025?
As the chandeliers of Sheraton Kampala Hotel cast a golden glow over the gardens, the Miss Uganda 2025 Grand Finale 20 September 2025 surges forward at 9:03 PM, a symphony of sequins, spotlights, and spirited cheers. The intimate crowd—fewer in number this year, fostering an electric closeness amid the glamour—erupts with screams for their favorites as the 25 finalists, each a beacon of “True Ugandan Beauty,” command the stage in flowing evening gowns that whisper tales of heritage and ambition. The beautiful Tracy Melon performed her classic songs like Ogenda Kukilaba.
Reigning queen Natasha Nyonyozi, fresh from her continental triumph as Miss World Beauty with a Purpose Overall Winner for Africa, mingles with past titleholders in outfits that dazzle like fireflies—bold reds, sapphire blues, and silken metallics—offering nods of encouragement to the newcomers.
The evening ignited at 6:00 PM with the Abeeka Band‘s velvety performance, their acoustic harmonies weaving through the air like a gentle breeze off Lake Victoria, drawing the audience into a trance of cultural reverence before the pageant’s pulse quickened. “Pure brilliance,” one attendee shared on X, capturing the crowd swaying in unison to rhythms that married tradition with modernity.
Hosts Who Steal the Show
At the helm of this spectacle are hosts Dr. Mich and Rianne Lelia Bateeze, whose dynamic chemistry—a blend of Dr. Mich’s erudite charm and Rianne’s effervescent grace—has the audience in stitches and suspense since their 6:55 PM introduction. “Ladies & Gentlemen, to take you through the night of fun, glamour & beauty is DR. MICH & RIANNE BATEEZE,” proclaimed StarTimes Uganda on X, and true to form, the duo navigates swimsuit parades, talent showcases, and probing Q&As with flair, keeping the energy buoyant as the clock edges toward coronation.
“Sheraton Hotel Kampala is on as we speak!” – X post capturing the frenzy of the night.
A Star-Studded Judges’ Panel
The judges, arriving fashionably at 8:00 PM to a cascade of applause, embody the pageant’s ethos of depth beyond dazzle. Headliner Stella Nantumbwe, the iconic Miss Uganda 2013 and Big Brother Africa star, cuts a commanding figure in emerald silk, her advocacy for women’s rights infusing every deliberation. Joining her, whispers hint at luminaries like fashion mogul Brenda Nanyonjo, philanthropist voices inspired by Denis Mukwege from Reach A Hand Uganda, and media heavyweight Flavia Rwabukuki—though official rosters remain coy to heighten the drama. This panel is poised to crown not just poise, but purpose.
List of the 25 Queens: Beauty with Boundless Impact
The true stars are the 25 finalists, scouted from Uganda’s vibrant mosaic, aged 20 to 26, each armed with a Beauty with a Purpose project tackling taboos from mental health to menstrual equity. Draped in bespoke designs from Uganda’s finest ateliers, they glide with the fire of change-makers, their stories unfolding in a tapestry of resilience and radiance. Below, meet each queen and her mission:
- 1. Nalubega Aminah, 24, Masaka
A content creation whiz inspired by Sheila Gashumba, Aminah champions “Digital Confidence” to foster positive social media engagement among youth, balancing her tech-savvy hustle with a love for storytelling. - 2. Elle Trivia Muhoza, 22, Bukomansimbi
A fashion enthusiast guided by her mother’s wisdom, Elle supports survivors of domestic violence through empowerment workshops, her vibrant designs reflecting her bold heart. - 3. Gillian Ampaire, 22, Kiruhura
Gillian channels her passion for community uplift via “Hope for the Slums,” mentoring youth in underserved areas while finding solace in nature walks. - 4. Bathsheba Gift Namugga, 20, Masaka
A movie buff and social butterfly, Bathsheba raises mental health awareness in homes, schools, and communities, drawing strength from her mother’s nurturing influence. - 5. Ingrid Asasira, Wakiso
A poetic soul weaving words into action, Ingrid drives fistula awareness to bolster maternal health dignity, her verses echoing hope. - 6. Patricia Nairuba, 23, Luwero
A budding entrepreneur with a flair for public speaking, Patricia advocates for sustainable farming to empower rural women, her voice a clarion call for progress. - 7. Kirabo Faith, 21, Kampala
A volleyball enthusiast and optimist, Faith promotes literacy drives for underprivileged children, her sunny disposition lighting the way. - 8. Akot Gillians Tracy, 22, Kole
Honoring the late Cecilia Ogwal, Tracy spearheads menstrual hygiene campaigns to boost girls’ education, her journalism flair amplifying her cause. - 9. Agatha Drakes Keine, 24, Sembabule
Ignited by Angela Davis’s fire, Agatha uses art to educate on PCOS and reproductive health, her canvas a testament to resilience. - 10. Jamirah Namubiru, 21, Masaka
Veiled in grace like role model Halima Aden, Jamirah battles malnutrition through community nutrition programs, her warmth nourishing souls. - 11. Nyiramugisha Ritah Bakunzi, 22, Nakaseke
A family-oriented traveler, Ritah pushes for affordable vocational training to spark financial independence, her journeys fueling her vision. - 12. Naigaga Miriam Norah, 26, Namutumba
An entrepreneurial trailblazer, Miriam explores skilling and agriculture to uplift rural economies, her pragmatism rooted in hope. - 13. Akampulira Rebecca, 21, Rukungiri
An Oprah devotee and swimmer, Rebecca combats HIV stigma via volunteer-led awareness, her strokes cutting through prejudice. - 14. Joan Kankunda, 24, Mbarara
A dancer and wordsmith, Joan fights environmental degradation through plastic waste management, her moves a rhythm of change. - 15. Miriam Jael Zalwango, 22, Mukono
A creative writer and yogi, Miriam fosters mental wellness retreats for teens, her prose a balm for young minds. - 16. Ratifah Sekyema, 20, Buikwe
An outspoken style icon, Ratifah leads “Pad Up a Girl” for menstrual education and dignity, her boldness a beacon. - 17. Nelima Elizabeth Jemimah, 24, Mpigi
A visionary leader, Elizabeth empowers boys via “Raising Kings” to champion gender equity, her resolve unshakable. - 18. Bahati Patricia, 23, Jinja
A music lover and activist, Patricia addresses child labor through school sponsorships, her melody one of justice. - 19. Zainab Ssentongo, 23, Wakiso
A globetrotting swimmer emulating Catriona Gray, Zainab amplifies refugee girls’ voices, her strokes crossing borders. - 20. Nabulo Stephanie Gloria, 22, Bududa
A triple-threat in modeling, dancing, and acting under Brenda Nanyonjo’s shadow, Stephanie drives “Quality Education for the Girl Child.” - 21. Komujuni Ayebare Noella, 21, Mbarara
A Malala-inspired change agent, Noella advances “Ability First” inclusivity for persons with disabilities, her vision boundless. - 22. Akao Grace, 22, Gulu
Resilient northern pride, Grace promotes peacebuilding dialogues post-conflict, her heart a bridge to healing. - 23. Yvonne Nabukeera, 25, Entebbe
A tech-savvy innovator, Yvonne bridges digital divides for women in STEM, her code rewriting futures. - 24. Alobo Janet Patricia, 24, Zombo
A novel-reading swimmer, Janet ignites “Pad a Girl” for menstrual hygiene and mental wellness, her passion a tide of change. - 25. Abasa Shaluwah Nabatanzi, 20, Kayunga
A dancer and songbird, Shaluwah supports single mothers and newborns with holistic care networks, her voice a lullaby of hope.
A Pan-African Touch and Rising Stars
Adding international sparkle, special guest Miss Zambia 2025 Faith Bwalya brings pan-African panache, her tales of solidarity with Nyonyozi sparking sidebar inspirations. Upcoming performances from Aziz Azion and Tracy Melon promise rhythmic crescendos, their beats set to elevate the night’s fever pitch.
Intimate Yet Iconic
With a streamlined guest list—families, die-hards, and VIPs packing the venue without the sprawl of yore—the focus lasers on the queens’ narratives, broadcast live on StarTimes Makula Kika. As swimsuits sway and spotlights swivel, Uganda holds its breath: who will inherit Nyonyozi’s throne, scepter of service and sparkle? The reveal looms, but tonight, all 25 reign supreme.
