Almorie Nagayi Crowned Miss Uganda 2026 at Grand Finale Featuring 22 Finalists

Nineteen-year-old Almorie Nagayi has been crowned Miss Uganda 2026 following a glamorous grand finale held at Sheraton Kampala Hotel on Saturday, October 10, as the country’s flagship beauty pageant celebrated 15 years of promoting young Ugandan women.

The live televised event attracted pageantry enthusiasts, supporters, sponsors, partners and invited guests who gathered to witness the crowning of the new queen after a nationwide search that began on July 26. The competition featured 22 finalists representing different parts of Uganda.

The grand finale blended beauty, fashion, music and entertainment, with performances from Abeeka Band, Karole Kasita and Grace Nakimera adding excitement to the evening. Colourful displays and activations from sponsors and partners also contributed to the celebrations, marking a significant milestone in the history of Miss Uganda.

Beyond the audience gathered at Sheraton Kampala Hotel, viewers across Uganda followed the competition through a live broadcast on StarTimes Makula KiKa, bringing the celebrations into homes across the country.

The broadcast enabled audiences to watch the performances, follow the competition and witness the moment Nagayi was crowned the new Miss Uganda.

StarTimes Vice President Kenneth Kazooba commended viewers, sponsors and partners for supporting the latest edition of the pageant.

“StarTimes strongly appreciates that the success of Miss Uganda, ‘Journey to the Crown’ is a big statement. We are grateful to our loyal audience which increasingly voted with their eyes and gadgets in appreciation for Season 3,” Kazooba said.

This year’s edition carried special significance as the pageant marked 15 years of providing a platform for young Ugandan women to showcase their confidence, aspirations, talents and potential.

The journey to the crown involved regional selections, the unveiling of the 22 finalists during Presentation Night and the final contest that culminated in Nagayi’s victory.

StarTimes Director of Business Development Klaire Komakech described the grand finale as a memorable celebration of the pageant’s anniversary and expressed gratitude to the partners who contributed to the event.

She recognised V&A Sherry, Vaseline, U Home, Evervess and 7 Days for their continued support. Komakech also highlighted lead sponsor Oppein Home for providing luxurious gifts and hampers to the top queens.

The organisers credited the sponsors, partners and broadcast team for their contribution to delivering the anniversary celebration.

With Nagayi beginning her reign as Miss Uganda 2026, the competition has concluded another nationwide search for a queen, bringing together beauty, music and entertainment while celebrating 15 years of Ugandan pageantry.