Uganda: Inter Schools Miss Uganda Season 3 Grand Finale Shines

29 January 2026

The much-anticipated Inter Schools Miss Uganda Season 3 Grand Finale took place last Saturday at the Golf Course Hotel, celebrating young women's talent, leadership, and ambition from schools across Uganda.

Hosted by Eiffel Models in partnership with Nextars, the event was a spectacular showcase of confidence, creativity, and future potential.

From School Tours to the Grand Stage

The journey to the grand finale began with tours across different schools, where contestants were assessed on poise, talent, and leadership.

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Those who excelled during these school visits earned their spot at the finale, making the event a competitive and inspiring gathering of Uganda's brightest young women.

Schools Represented

Finalists came from prestigious institutions including St. Andrews Kaggwa Gombe, St. Noah Girls, Elite High School, Kampala Academy, Kansanga Hill, Mt. St. Henry's, Lohana Primary, St. Francis Namilyango, Joginsa, and many others.

A Celebration of Talent

The event featured impressive performances in poetry, music, and fashion, giving contestants a platform to express their creativity and individuality.

Challenges and Question Rounds

For the teen contestants, the competition went beyond talent and beauty. They faced critical thinking and personality challenges designed to test leadership, confidence, and social awareness. Typical challenges included:

Public Speaking: Delivering a 1-2 minute speech on topics like school leadership, community service, or personal ambitions.

Current Affairs Questions: Answering questions about social issues, global events, and youth empowerment.

Scenario-Based Challenges: Responding to "what would you do if..." situations to test problem-solving and ethical reasoning.

Talent Showcases: Demonstrating skills in music, dance, or art to highlight creativity.

Fashion & Poise: Walking the runway or presenting themselves in themed attire, emphasizing confidence and style.

These rounds helped judges identify contestants who were not only talented but also intelligent, articulate, and ready to represent their schools with pride.

Winners - Juniors

Miss Popularity: Myra Patel

Go Gal President: Dilaikah Mwesigwa

Inter Schools Miss Uganda (Juniors): Divine Keza

1st Runner-Up: Manuella Kamusime

2nd Runner-Up: Jasmine Jade Kayaga

Miss Talent: Courtney Alexa Sanger

Miss Career: Lorraine Leonorah Mutonyi

Winners - Teens

Miss Popularity: Grace Agariraho

Go Gal President: Princessa Frenisha Ngonzi

Inter Schools Miss Uganda (Teens): Gaudencia Nansamba Nakato

1st Runner-Up: Pamela Patience Namboyera

2nd Runner-Up: Shana I Karungi

Miss Talent: Shatifah Namugga

Miss Career: Princessa Frenisha Ngonzi

Miss Heritage: Rachel Atukunda

Inspiring the Next Generation

The grand finale was more than a competition; it was a celebration of confidence, ambition, and leadership among Uganda's youth.

Contestants left the stage with not only trophies but also inspiration to pursue their dreams and make a positive impact in their schools and communities.

Eiffel Models and Nextars have once again set the stage for empowering young women, showing that talent, poise, and determination truly shine when given the right platform.

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