For the second year in a row, Kenya has retained the Miss
World Africa Title through Magline Jeruto at a colourful Miss World Gala held
last Saturday in Sanya, China.
Magline, who previously held the Miss Elgeyo Marakwet title
thwarted other beauties for the top 5 spot in the global event that attracted
more than 118 global queens. She takes over from Evelyn Njambi, the 2016 title
holder.
Speaking during her reception at the airport, Miss World
Kenya Franchise Director Terry Mungai congratulated her, and affirmed that the
country's win increased chances for Kenya to host the global fete.
"In spite of the odds that she faced, including limited
preparation time, lack of adequate financial assistance and a new
cultural experience,her star shone bright. Kenyans rallied behind her and she
in turn brought out the best reflection of Kenya to the world," said
Terry.
Adding "This victory not only cements
Kenya's beauty positioning in the world and atop Africa, but also sets a benchmark
for future successors to follow. We leverage these victories to lobby for the
opportunity to host the competition in our country."
Kenya has previously done well in the Miss World
competitions, moreso in the Beauty with a Purpose Category. This attracts the
reigning Miss World to visit the country and support the good cause. Miss World
Kenya Idah Nguma invited Miss World 2015 Mireia Lalaguna to Kenya to support
Smile Train, a charity that carries out reconstructive surgeries on cleft lift
and palate patients.
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