Uganda’s premier beauty pageant has found its new queen. On Saturday evening, the radiant Muhoza Trivia Elle was crowned Miss Uganda 2025/26 in a dazzling grand finale held at the Sheraton Kampala Hotel.
The glittering ceremony, broadcast live on StarTimes Uganda Makula Kika channels 229 and 493, blended fashion, culture, and entertainment in a celebration that captivated viewers across the nation.
A Queen with Purpose
Muhoza, an aviation graduate from the Uganda Aviation Academy, impressed both the judges and the audience with her beauty, intelligence, and magnetic stage presence. Her coronation was hailed as more than just a win for glamour it symbolized “beauty with purpose,” as organizers put it, highlighting her ambition to inspire young Ugandan women while chasing her dreams in aviation.
The finale was not just about the crown it was a show in itself. From a nostalgic musical set by Grace Nakimera to electrifying hosting that kept the audience engaged, the evening was a perfect mix of entertainment and anticipation.
Alongside Muhoza’s triumph, several contestants walked away with coveted titles:
- 1st Runner Up – Kirabo Faith
- 2nd Runner Up – Agatha Drakes
- Miss Sports & Congeniality – Akot Gillians
- Miss Popularity – Aminah Nalubega (Errands Runner)
- Top Model – Patricia Nairuba
- Miss Multimedia – Agatha Drakes Keine
- Miss Personality – Bathsheba Gift Namugga
- Miss Talent – Akampulira Rebecca
- Miss Beach Beauty – Faith Kirabo
- President, Class of 2025/26 – Elizabeth Nelima Jemimah
One of the night’s most talked-about moments was the overwhelming online support for TikTok star Aminah Nalubega, better known as Errands Runner, who clinched the Miss Popularity crown thanks to her massive fan base.
A Celebration of Youth and Diversity
As the curtains fell, the Miss Uganda 2025/26 edition stood as a testament to the talent, diversity, and passion of Uganda’s youth. With Muhoza Trivia Elle now carrying the crown, the coming year promises impactful community projects, international representation, and a redefined vision of beauty and purpose for Uganda.
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