Noura Raïssa Njikam, crowned Miss Cameroun 2024, is an environmental advocate from Cameroon's North Region. She represented Cameroon at Miss Universe 2024 and will compete in Miss World 2026. Njikam, born in Douala, is the first from her region to win Miss Cameroun and actively promotes sustainability initiatives.
Miss Cosmo 2025 Yolina Lindquist to crown successor in Nha Trang
Yolina Schubiger Lindquist, a Swiss-American from Southern Illinois, is a beauty queen and community engagement specialist. She won titles such as Miss Cosmo USA 2025 after representing Illinois in various pageants. Educated at Southern Illinois University, she is an advocate for cancer research and has traveled to 16 countries.
Miss Universe Ireland 2025 Aadya Srivastava joins Harper Boutique Galway
Aadya Srivastava, an Irish-Indian model from County Galway, won Miss Universe Ireland 2025 and represented Ireland at Miss Universe 2025. A law student, she has a background in various jobs and cultural engagement. She aspires for a career in international human rights law, embracing her dual heritage proudly.
La Union’s Bea Millan Windorski to represent Philippines at Miss Universe 2026 in San Juan
Beatrice Rebecca "Bea" Millan Windorski is a Filipino-American beauty queen who has competed in various pageants, including Miss Earth and Miss Universe. An environmental advocate and language enthusiast, she has earned degrees in history and international relations. Millan-Windorski will represent the Philippines at Miss Universe 2026.
Montpellier, St. Croix’s Jenna-Monét Queeley to represent US Virgin Islands at Miss Universe 2026 in San Juan
Jenna-Monét Queeley, an American entrepreneur and beauty queen, has represented Harlem and the U.S. Virgin Islands in various pageants, including Miss Universe. Born in St. Croix, she has a background in modeling and recently launched her makeup line. Queeley graduated with degrees in forensic science and psychology, achieving significant titles in pageantry.
Miss Earth Indonesia 2025 Putri Juficha dies
Putri Andriani Juficha, a beauty queen and talent from North Sulawesi, Indonesia, represented her country in multiple pageants, including Miss Earth 2025. She had a successful career in acting and music, graduating from the London School of Public Relations. Juficha passed away on her 26th birthday, August 14, 2026.
Chipata’s Adah Mushibi represents Zambia at Miss World 2026 in Nha Trang
Dr. Adah Mushibi is a Zambian medical doctor and beauty queen who has represented Zambia in several international pageants, including Miss Intercontinental and Miss World. She is involved in volunteering and enjoys activities like yoga, dancing, and cooking. Born in 2000, she has traveled extensively and speaks multiple languages.
Pujehun’s Mariyam Konneh represents Sierra Leone at Miss World 2026 in Nha Trang
Mariyam Lorba Konneh is a Sierra Leonean beauty queen, entrepreneur, and television presenter. She represented Sierra Leone in the Miss World 2026 pageant. A strong advocate for girls' education and menstrual health, she founded Mariyam’s Ways and Mariyam’s Essentials. Konneh is also involved in various educational and empowerment initiatives.
Asuncion’s Ayelén Pérez represents Paraguay at Miss World 2026 in Nha Trang
Ayelén Pérez, a Paraguayan violinist, educator, entrepreneur, and bodybuilder, represented Paraguay in Miss World 2026. She has a music studio and holds qualifications in the Suzuki Method. Notable achievements include being crowned Miss Grand Asuncion 2024 and competing in international bodybuilding events. Born in 1999, she actively promotes music and fitness.
10 things about Miss World Maldives 2026 Mariyam Mohamed
Mariyam Eema Mohamed, a Maldivian beauty queen and model, represented the Maldives at the 73rd Miss World. Born in 2003, she is an ocean preservation advocate pursuing a psychology degree. Mohamed made history as the first Miss World Maldives, winning the title in 2026 and participating in various fashion events and conferences.
