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Stage set for Miss Universe Botswana finale

Miss Universe Botswana 2025 finalists
Miss Universe Botswana 2025 finalists

FRANCISTOWN: Excitement is building up in the second city, Francistown, as preparations for Miss Universe Botswana grand finale heats up.

For the first time ever, the pageant is set to dazzle audiences on August 30 at Adansonia Hotel. The pageant is expected to draw people from all corners of the country, promising an unforgettable evening of beauty, intellect, culture, and empowerment. In an interview, the pageant's events coordinator, Gabby Gosekwang, she explained that they currently have 10 finalists, each representing different districts across Botswana. "These young women have been undergoing intensive preparation ahead of the finale. So far, we have successfully hosted two transformative boot camps," she said.

Gosekwang further elaborated that the first boot camp was held in the Makgadikgadi region while the second was in South Africa. Both were designed to equip the ladies with skills in public speaking, confidence, poise, advocacy, diplomacy, and stage presence, she added. "Yesterday, we held a 'Parent-Contestant meeting' where we briefed parents on progress of the finalists, their personal growth and overall development during the competition. It was heartwarming to see the support from families and how invested they are in this journey," she continued. Additionally, Gosekwang said that ticket sales have been going exceptionally well, and as such they expect a full house on the night of the finale. On other matters, she encouraged the public to secure tickets early to avoid disappointment.

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