Miss Malawi Pageant
Celebrating beauty, intelligence, and advocacy on Malawi's premier platform
The Search for the Next Queen
The Miss Malawi 2026 pageant is now open for applications. We are looking for intelligent, passionate, and confident young women who are ready to represent Malawi on the national and international stage.
Key Dates
Applications: March 1 - May 30, 2026
Regional Auditions: May - June 2026
Boot Camp: July 15-30, 2026
Grand Finale: December 5, 2026
Venue
Griffin Saenda Sports Complex, Lilongwe
Prizes
K30 million cash prize, a brand new car, international travel opportunities, and a year-long advocacy platform.
Eligibility Criteria
- 1
Nationality: Must be a Malawian citizen by birth or naturalization.
- 2
Age: Between 18 and 29 years old as of January 1, 2025.
- 3
Education: Minimum of a Malawi School Certificate of Education (MSCE) or equivalent.
- 4
Marital Status: Never married and without children.
- 5
Character: Good moral character and no criminal record.
- 6
Availability: Must be available for the entire pageant period and, if crowned, for the full year of reign.
Past Queens
Celebrating the legacy of exceptional women who have worn the Miss Malawi crown and their contributions to our nation.
Miss Malawi
Jescar Mponda
Miss Malawi 2022
Miss Malawi
Tiwonge Munthali
Miss Malawi 2018
Miss Malawi
Cecelia Khofi
Miss Malawi 2017
Miss Malawi
Ella Kabambe
Miss Malawi 2012
Miss Malawi
Faith Chibale
Miss Malawi 2011
Miss Malawi
Susan Mtegha
Miss Malawi 2010
Malawi at Miss World
Miss Malawi has fronted some of its winners to shape a lasting legacy by representing Malawi at the Miss World beauty pageant.
Elizabeth Pulu
Miss Malawi 2001
She made history as the first Miss Malawi to represent the country at the Miss World pageant, paving the way for future queens to compete on international platforms.
Rachel Landosn
Miss Malawi 2007
Followed in Elizabeth Pulu's footsteps by representing Malawi at the Miss World pageant, bringing international recognition to the country's beauty industry.
Susan Mtegha
Miss Malawi 2011
Her participation in the Miss World pageant not only showcased Malawian beauty, culture, and talent on an international platform but also demonstrated the potential for local pageantry to serve as a gateway for global recognition.