Modipane takes over the reins from Miss World Botswana, Ruth Thomas, 24, who will soon jet off to the 73rd Miss World competition. The weekend’s grand finale coincides with the country’s 60th independence anniversary, and so the organisers thought it befitting that they celebrate this year's event around the diamond jubilee. The newly crowned queen’s journey to the top was nothing short of remarkable. Modipane, a Tonota native, secured her place in the Top five after amassing over a million votes from the public, earning her the coveted People’s Choice Award. The win automatically guaranteed her a spot among the finalists, solidifying her status as a strong contender long before the final announcement.
Her impactful Beauty with a Purpose (BWP) project is titled "Tlhokomelo: Embracing the Neglected Child". At the heart of her advocacy is a firm belief that every child deserves to be seen, heard, and protected. Through Tlhokomelo, Modipane is championing the rights and well-being of neglected children by building a support system anchored on three key pillars: knowledge, guardianship and guidance, and life skills development. Under the knowledge pillar, the initiative focuses on raising awareness about what child neglect is, while also educating children about their rights. This is being achieved through the distribution of the Tlhokomelo Booklet, a resource designed to empower young people with information and understanding. To date, 200 booklets have been distributed, with an ambitious target of reaching 1,000 children by the end of 2026.
