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Chombo crowned Miss World Africa

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INDIA, Mumbai 9 March 2024, Miss Botswana Lesego Chombo with the others during the 71st Miss World competition at the Jio World Convention Center, Mumbai, India on 9 March 2024. Krystyna Pyszkova of Czech Republic as she wins the 71st Miss World competition while Chombo wins the Miss World Africa during the finale. (Pic:Monirul Bhuiyan/PRESS PHOTO)

Lesego Chombo was crowned 71st Miss World Africa after an impressive showing at the 71st Miss World competition this past weekend.

Although she fell just short of winning the coveted title of Miss World, Chombo's journey to the top four has captured the hearts of many and has made her a symbol of pride for her home country. Chombo, a stunning beauty with a heart of gold, had initially been a dark horse in the competition.

But late, Chombo wowed the judges and the audience alike with her poise and eloquence, shining bright in every round.

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