African contestants secure Top 40 spots at Miss World 2026

Miss World 2026 African Top Model beauty pageant Miss World Africa Head-to-Head Challenge Vietnam

African contestants are securing advanced placements in the Miss World 2026 competition held in Vietnam.

Nigeria’s Tamunosoye Karibi George won the African Top Model title at the Vietnam Beauty Fashion Fest XVII. This achievement grants her an automatic spot in the Top 40 quarter-finals. A communications professional and social advocate, George uses her ‘Beyond Labels’ project to support neurodivergent children and those with special needs.

South Africa’s Romanda Hombir has also secured a direct place in the global Top 40 after winning the Miss World Africa Head-to-Head Challenge. Hombir, a clinical audiologist, focuses her ‘Beauty With a Purpose’ project on health awareness and social entrepreneurship, drawing on her professional background to address community healthcare challenges.

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Miss World · Romanda Hombir · Tamunosoye Karibi George

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30 days ago

Nigeria’s Karibi-George Wins Africa Top Model, Advances To Miss World Top 40 [www.kanyidaily.com]

29 days ago

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about 1 month ago

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30 days ago

Top 40 Secured! Tamunosoye Karibi George Wins African Top Model Title at Miss World [www.bellanaija.com]

about 1 month ago