Meet the African Beauties for Miss Universe 2017

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Lauriela Marcia Martins Miss Universe Angola 2017

Lauriela Márcia Martins representing Angola in Miss Universe 2017 is 19 years old and stands tall at 178 cm. She is an Angolan model and lives in Cabinda city. She has received a degree in Architecture from the Metropolitan Superior University of Angola. Known for her humanitarian causes, she has been an active part of Smile Train, an international children’s charity with a sustainable approach to solve the problem - cleft lip and palate. Lauriela enjoys swimming and other active sports, especially if she can combine them with her love of going to the beach. In 5 years, Lauriela hopes to have finished her studies and have built a name for herself in the architect industry.

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Farah Sedky Miss Universe Egypt 2017

Farah Sedky from Egypt is 20 years old and stands tall 183 cm. She’s a graduate of Alsun Faculty and a major in Spanish & Portuguese from the University of Oviedo in Spain. A talented woman, she speaks in 6 languages and aspires to serve her country and portray it in the best way through her culture and traditions. She always wants to be happy, healthy and make her parents & family proud of her.

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Akinahom Zergaw Miss Universe Ethiopia 2017

Akinahom Zergaw from Ethiopia is 21 years of age and stands tall at an astounding height of 175 cm. She is a professional model and has graced various events with her catwalk. She has previously competed in various regional pageants as well and also won several prizes over the years working as a model, designer and a pageant girl. With her beautiful smile and well-toned body, she works as a model for various local agencies. With Akinahom, Ethiopia is returning to Miss Universe after the gap of 2 years.

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Ruth Quashie Miss Universe Ghana 2017

Ruth Quashie from Ghana is 23 years old and stands tall at a staggering 180 cm. She graduated from the University of Ghana Business School while continuing her role as a top model. Active in runway, fashion and lingerie for over seven years, she has been featured by many major brands. Ruth is fluent in English, Fante & Twi, and is always up to travel and explore. She is passionate about the use of creative expression, particularly through singing and sculpting.

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Angie Callychurn Miss Universe Mauritius 2017

Angie Callychurn from Mauritius is 28 years old and stands tall at towering 180 cm. She has studied Mass Communications and is a qualified Colour Consultant. She wishes to follow up with an Image Consulting course in the hope of launching her career as a certified Image Consultant. She also aspires to boost the career and personal achievements of others by promoting self-confidence. In her spare time, Angie enjoys exploring the beautiful island of Mauritius has to offer. To keep her adrenaline going, she enjoys hiking, swimming, diving and mountain climbing.

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Sune January Miss Universe Namibia 2017

Suné January from Namibia is 23 years and stands tall at 175 cm. She was born in a small town and raised by her grandparents. She was grateful to have studied in India as it has always been a dream of hers to study abroad. Her modelling career started by being noticed and recruited by a woman in a restaurant and Suné began her career by wearing Indian garments for catalogues. Later, she auditioned for Bangalore Fashion Week and quickly fell in love with the runway. Suné created a charity project to combat poverty in her country. If Suné takes home the Miss Universe crown, she hopes to advocate and play a larger role in solving the rhino and elephant poaching issue in her country.

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Stephanie Agbasi Miss Universe Nigeria 2017

Stephanie Agbasi from Nigeria is 22 years and stands tall at 177 cm. She is in her final year studying Law at the University of Nigeria. Stephanie has always been fond of volunteering with her church. Stephanie loves spending time with family and visiting tourist centres around Nigeria. Stephanie is an advocate against gender-based violence in Nigeria and is very passionate about women empowerment and the fight against gender-based violence. She hopes to use the title of Miss Universe to empower women, boost their self-confidence and fight against sexual violence through seminars and campaigns.

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Adama Lakoh Miss Universe Sierra Leone 2017

Adama Lakoh from Sierra Leone is 19 years old and stands tall at 173 cm. Adama is studying Architectural design at the Limkokwimg University. She is the second beauty queen from Sierra Leone who has gotten the privilege to participate in the glorious Miss Universe pageant. In the recent days, Sierra Leone suffered a great deal due to floods and that caused a financial crisis for the IAMSL Pageant Agency, which is responsible for preparing Adama for Miss Universe 2017. In this scenario, Adama personally got involved to arrange for shoes, clothes, accessories etc. required for the pageant.

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Demi Leigh Nel Peters Miss Universe South Africa 2017

Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters from South Africa is 22 years and stands tall at 170 cm. She recently earned her degree in Business Management at North-West University after making history at her high school for holding two leadership positions. Demi-Leigh’s biggest motivation comes from her half-sister who has a disability that lives in Potchefstroom with her stepmother and father. In her spare time, Demi-Leigh is passionate about a program she helped develop to train women in self-defence in various situations. She plans to share these workshops and help as many women as she can.

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Lilian Ericaah Maraule Miss Universe Tanzania 2017

Lilian Ericaah Maraule from Tanzania is 22 years of age and stands tall at 173 cm. She is a radio personality and producer for a program dedicated to African culture and lifestyle. Lilian dreams to use her career as a source of hope for young girls, especially those who come from difficult backgrounds like her. Lilian has defied her odds and propelled herself into an education and career with the pure desire to succeed.

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Isabel Chikoti Miss Universe Zambia 2017

Isabel Chikoti from Zambia is 26 years old and stands tall at 165 cm. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Management from Sumy State University and specialized in Management at the Faculty of Economics. She hopes to use her education and drive to give back to her beautiful home country. Isabel hopes to refurbish and provide resources such as uniforms, shoes and stationery to schools and raise education standards in rural areas. Her hobbies include singing, dancing and watching old films.