The Miss World Botswana Organization is pleased to announce the Top 30 finalist of Miss Botswana 2026, following the successful conclusion of nationwide auditions held across various regions of the country. The final round of auditions took place this past Saturday, 20th December 2025 at Molapo Crossing, marking the end of an inspiring for young women driven by purpose, leadership and a commitment to making a difference.
The Miss Botswana 2026 auditions attracted talented young ladies from all corners of Botswana, each stepping forward to share their talent, ambitions, visions and purpose aligned with the Miss Botswana ethos of Beauty with a Purpose. The organization extends its sincere appreciation to every contestant who attended the auditions and courageously showcased their purpose and talent before the judges.
In addition to the open auditions, the organization proudly hosted Miss Botswana District Franchise and the four district franchise winners who automatically made it into the Miss Botswana 2026 after emerging as winners in their respective districts. These exceptional young women demonstrated leadership and community impact at district level, securing their places on the national stage. They are:
- Thando Naledi Makhoba – Mochudi
- Cynthia Tsothe Moatswi – Selibe Phikwe
- Pearl Ketshidile Thetele – Palapye
- Gorata Ngaye – Tutume
After a rigorous and thoughtful deliberation process, the following contestants have been selected as the Miss Botswana 2026 Top 30 Finalists:
- Abale Lisa Matsoma – Molepolole
- Angela Motshidisi Phutlego – Rakhuna
- Aobakwe Sakhubama – Mahalapye
- Botho Mosigi – Maunatlala
- Casey Allison Esmoroldo – Lobatse
- Dineo Dichaba – Mosojane
- Future Lady Gaethuse – Kachikau
- Gaselesire Jade Phalanyane – Gabane
- Katlo Annita Montshosi – Motokwe
- Keemenao Setsosarona – Boatlaname
- Kgalalelo Olorato Lentebanye – Mogobane
- Kimberly Kotewa – Maun
- Koketso Eunice Kgotla – Ramotswa
- Lehlabile Somolekae – Serowe
- Lorraine Lasaro – Gumare
- Magedeline Angel Modipane – Tonota
- Masedi Charlene Mokolobe – Khakhea
- Michell Mafoko – Serowe
- Michelle Mayer Bagoleng – Gaborone
- Thando Naledi Makhoba – Mochudi
- Cynthia Tsothe Moatswi – Selibe Phikwe
- Pearl Ketshidile Thetele – Palapye
- Gorata Ngaye – Tutume
- Mosa Princess Gontshwanetse – Mathangwane
- Ogaufi Martha Seakgo – Maokane
- Princess Moshiakanyana – Molepolole
- Thabiso Katlego Segokgo – Moshupa
- Tshepang April Lungisani – Natale
- Tshiamo Keneilwe Lapologang – Kanye
- Tsholofelo Polokaotsile – Ghanzi
As the organization continues its journey toward crowning the next Miss Botswana 2026, it is also proud to announce an official rebranding of its Facebook page, changing from Miss Botswana 2022 to Miss World Botswana Organization. This transition reflects the organization’s leadership and purpose-driven initiatives as Botswana steps into 2026.
The public is encouraged to follow the Miss World Botswana Organization of Facebook and join us on this exciting journey of transformation, empowerment and national pride.
Congratulations once again to our Miss Botswana 2026 Top 30 finalists.
