Miss Botswana selects Top 30 finalists
Monday, November 25, 2024 | 190 Views |
Miss Botswana 2024 Anicia Gaothusi
Speaking at the reveal of the Top 30 on Saturday, the reigning queen, Miss Botswana 2024 Anicia Gaothusi, shared a word of advice with the finalists: the importance of 'unity', as she aptly named the crown. Gaothuse urged the finalists to support one another and be their sister's keeper; the value the crown signifies.
"This journey has been a challenging one for me, so much so that I believe the same goes for everyone. As you embark on this challenge, I want you to be there for each other, stand with each other," Gaothusi said.
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