Miss Botswana to host Mindset Change Beauty Expo
Tuesday, March 12, 2024 | 4570 Views |
Miss Botswana Top 10 finalist
Vincent Matthys, the head of Marketing at the Miss Botswana Mindset Change Beauty Expo, told MmegiOnline that the event's goal is to broaden the definition of beauty.
"This year's beauty expo will showcase our Miss Botswana top 10 finalists in the Top Model fast track competition. These participants come from diverse backgrounds and will walk the ramp in designs created by local designers, emphasising diversity and self-acceptance," said Matthys.
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