Karamoja Miss Tourism Region Representatives Crowned Over The Weekend

As Miss Tourism Uganda gears up for its grand finale on September 14 at Kampala Serena Hotel, the competition is intensifying with its regional selections. Over the weekend, the pageant made a stop in Karamoja to select its representatives.

The event commenced with contestants showcasing their traditional dresses, highlighting the rich cultural heritage of the region. This was followed by a question-and-answer session with the judges, designed to assess the contestants’ knowledge of their country and tourism.

The excitement lasted into the early hours of the morning, culminating in the crowning of Akidi Rachel, 25, as Miss Tourism Karamoja. Natyang Anastasia, 23, was named first runner-up, and Lokeris Jacinta, 20, took the second runner-up position.

So far, the competition has visited eight regions: Buganda, Teso, West Nile, Ankole, Tooro, Rwenzori, Northern, and Eastern. This weekend, the pageant will continue its journey in Bunyoro, as the anticipation builds for the grand finale in Kampala.