Hannah Karema Tumukunde Crowned Miss Uganda 2023.

 

Hannah Karema Tumukunde has emerged victorious as the new Miss Uganda Beauty Pageant Queen, captivating the hearts of many at the UMA Multipurpose Hall on Saturday night. 

The contestant from Central Uganda was a popular choice amongst both the audience and her fellow contestants, who swarmed to embrace her when she was announced as the winner. 

Tumukunde's triumph was further solidified when she was named the Online People's Choice Award Winner, receiving a staggering 70,830 votes.

 

Tumukunde outshone nineteen other finalists in various categories, reaching the top 5 alongside Jessica Sserwadda, Jerusha Muwanguzi, Whitney Martha Ademun, and Prossy Agwang. 

The event, which was broadcasted live on television, saw emcees Dr. Ronnie Mitch Egwang and Anita Fabiola put up a stellar job, while Levixone, Jackie Chandiru, B2C Music, among others, gave memorable performances.

 

Tumukunde's reign began on Saturday, as she took over from Elizabeth Bagaya, who had taken over from Oliver Nakakande in April 2021 after the latter left the country to pursue her studies. 

The new queen will represent Uganda at the upcoming 71st Miss World 2023 Pageant in UAE in May 2023, and her Twitter has been flooded with followers congratulating her on her victory. 

In her own words, she expressed her gratitude, saying, "The crown is finally home, I was crowned the Miss Uganda 2023. Thank you all for voting me."