Blantyre fun lovers are in high spirits having witnessed the crowning of the city’s new beauty queen ‘Taonga Gondwe’ who triumphed in front of a delighted patronage during the Miss Blantyre 2017.

This year’s event was scheduled for 13 October, 2017 at Sunbird Mount Soche Hotel under the theme “unlocking girls potential”.

The beauty queen was joined in celebrations with fellow victors, Tryness Sikoti (1st princess) and Grace Banda (2nd princess).

Speaking during the event, Trainings and Marketing Manager of the event Regina Nzima, said promoting and empowering young girls is key in shaping their future.

“This year’s theme will go a long way in making sure that young girls are given equal opportunities to excel in their careers,” she said.

In her remarks the newly crowned Miss Blantyre Taonga Gondwe, said she is ready to work hand in hand with the city mayor to promote many activities which will be favorable for young boys and girls.

Gondwe is a Diploma in Journalism holder.