Almorie Sophia Naggayi is Miss Uganda

What the report says

The Observer reports that 19-year-old Almorie Sophia Naggayi of Masaka was crowned Miss Uganda 2026/27 on Saturday at a colorful finale held at Sheraton Kampala hotel. According to the article, she drew strong audience support during the competition and impressed judges and fans in the question-and-answer segment. The pageant’s other top placements also went to Bridget Prudence Nakato, who was named first runner-up and also received the Class President and Top Model titles, and Rukia Balunywa, who finished second runner-up and was also awarded Miss Congeniality. Naggayi additionally won Miss Photogenic.

Naggayi said she intends to use the title to promote financial literacy and practical skills development among young people, with a focus on empowering women. The win also came with a Toyota Wish, and she is expected to represent Uganda at the Miss World pageant in Tanzania, as reported by The Observer.

The event featured hosts Kenneth Rukundo and Anita Fabiola, with performances from Karole Kasita, Abeeka Band and Grace Nakimera. It also marked 15 years of the Miss Uganda Foundation under Brenda Nanyonjo, who praised the contestants’ progress and thanked sponsors and partners, including StarTimes and V&A Sherry. The result keeps Miss Uganda connected to both entertainment and advocacy, with the winner expected to use the platform for public engagement and social causes.