Miss Universe Kenya
National beauty pageant competition in Kenya
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Miss Universe Kenya is a national pageant in Kenya that was first held in 2002 and an annual national contest to choose ambassador for the Miss Universe pageant. Miss Universe Kenya is not related to the previous Miss World Kenya or Miss Kenya contests.
History
The Miss Universe Kenya was held for the first time in 2002 by Beauties of Africa Inc. Since the corporation took over the license in Kenya from Miss Kenya organization, the organization did not set for longer until 2005. In 2014 the new owner bought the brand and joined Maria Sarungi Tsehai ownership.
Directorships
- Miss Kenya under Ministry of Tourism (1987)
- Beauties of Africa Inc. Andy Abulime (2002)
- Maria Sarungi Tsehai (2014)[1]
Titleholders
Miss Universe Kenya 2002—Present
- : Declared as Winner
- : Ended as runner-up or top 5/6 qualification
- : Ended as one of the finalists or semifinalists
- : Ended as special awards winner
- On occasion, when the winner does not qualify (due to age) for either contest, a runner-up is sent.
| Year | County | Miss Universe Kenya | Placement at Miss Universe | Special Awards | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Did not compete since 2022—Present | |||||
| 2021 | Nairobi | Roshanara Ebrahim[2] | Unplaced | Veteran queen who won Miss World Kenya 2016, but she withdrew at Miss World 2016. | |
| 2020 | Due to the impact of COVID-19 pandemic, no representative in 2020 | ||||
| 2019 | Nairobi | Stacy Michuki[3] | Unplaced | ||
| 2018 | Nairobi | Wabaiya Kariuki[4] | Unplaced | ||
| 2017 | Did not compete | ||||
| 2016 | Nairobi | Mary Esther Were[5] | Top 6 | ||
| 2015 | Did not compete | ||||
| 2014 | Busia | Gaylyne Ayugi [6] | Unplaced | Maria Sarungi Tsehai directorship. | |
| Did not compete between 2006—2013 | |||||
| 2005 | Nairobi | Rachel Mbuki Marete[7] | Unplaced | ||
| 2004 | Nairobi | Anita Maina | Unplaced | ||
| 2003 | Did not compete | ||||
| 2002 | Laikipia | Julie Njeru | Unplaced | Andy Abulime (Beauties of Africa Inc.) directorship. | |
Miss Kenya 1987—1995
- : Declared as Winner
- : Ended as runner-up or top 5/6 qualification
- : Ended as one of the finalists or semifinalists
- : Ended as special awards winner
| Year | County | Miss Kenya | Placement at Miss Universe | Special Awards | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Taita-Taveta | Josephine Wanjiku Mbatia | Unplaced | ||
| Did not compete between 1993—1994 | |||||
| 1992 | Nairobi | Aisha Wawira Lieberg | Unplaced | ||
| Did not compete between 1988—1991 | |||||
| 1987 | Mombasa | Susan Waruguru Kahumba | Unplaced | ||
Wins by county
| County | Titles | Years |
|---|---|---|
| Nairobi | 7 | 1992, 2004, 2005, 2016, 2018, 2019, 2021 |
| Mombasa | 1 | 1987 |
| Taita-Taveta | 1995 | |
| Laikipia | 2003 | |
| Busia | 2014 |
See also
References
- ^ "Henessy for Miss Universe Kenya 2016". instagram.com. Archived from the original on 2021-12-24. Retrieved 16 September 2016.
- ^ Wambugu, Peris (November 2, 2021). "Roshanara Ebrahim crowned Miss Universe Kenya". The Standard. Retrieved November 2, 2021.
- ^ "Stacy Michuki crowned Miss Universe Kenya 2019". The Times of India. 21 October 2019. Retrieved 27 January 2022.
- ^ "Wabaiya Kariuki crowned Miss Universe Kenya 2018". The Times of India. November 6, 2018. Retrieved January 15, 2022.
- ^ Radvan, Sophie (January 30, 2017). "Miss Kenya: 5 Things To Know On Miss Universe 2016 Pageant Mary Esther Were". Hollywood Life. Retrieved May 14, 2022.
- ^ Musami, Evelyne (January 15, 2015). "Lupita look-alike dazzles at Miss Universe bikini show". Nairobi News. Retrieved May 27, 2022.
- ^ Muendo, Stevens (5 January 2021). "Rachel Marete: Ex Miss Universe speaks on new wedding, breast implants and politician dad". The Standard. Retrieved 10 January 2023.
External links
- missuniverse.co.ke
