A dinner cocktail was organized on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, in Conakry to support Justine Kamara, Miss Univers Guinea 2026, before her departure to the 75th Miss Univers competition. The event was presided over by Moussa Moïse Sylla, Minister of Culture, Tourism, and Handicrafts. Several notable personalities attended the ceremony, which took place at a hotel in Conakry. This initiative aims to accompany Justine Kamara, who will represent Guinea at the competition, whose final is scheduled for November 24, 2026, in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

The event was organized by Georgette Griffiths, CEO of ELA Consulting, who explained the objective of the cocktail. Griffiths expressed her support for Justine Kamara, encouraging her and stating that the entire Guinean people are behind her. Griffiths emphasized that Justine Kamara will represent all Guineans at the competition. The CEO of ELA Consulting also highlighted the importance of this event, which aims to bring together people to support Justine Kamara before her departure.

Aminata Diallo, president of the Miss Univers Guinea organizing committee, explained the reasons behind the choice of Justine Kamara. Diallo highlighted Kamara's experience, ambition, entrepreneurial background, and participation in Miss France. She emphasized that Kamara was chosen not only for her beauty but also for her ability to take on challenges, adapt to demanding environments, and represent Guinean values and culture.

Moussa Moïse Sylla, Minister of Culture, Tourism, and Handicrafts, assured Justine Kamara of the Guinean people's support. The minister stated that Kamara carries not only a burden but also the Guinean flag, symbolizing the country's history, culture, and hopes. Sylla expressed his confidence in Kamara's ability to represent Guinea with dignity and pride.

Justine Kamara emphasized that representing Guinea is not only about wearing a sash but also about embodying the country's history, culture, values, and hopes. Kamara stated that she will proudly wear the Guinean colors and showcase the country's rich traditions, beautiful landscapes, and the beauty of Guinean women. She also highlighted her ambition to defend Guinean colors on the international stage.

Justine Kamara expressed her gratitude to the Guinean people, both in the country and in the diaspora, for their messages of love and support. Kamara stated that when she steps onto the Miss Univers stage, she will not only represent herself but also the entire country. She emphasized her conviction that Guinea has its place on the international stage, despite the competition being demanding.

The 75th Miss Univers competition will take place on November 24, 2026, in San Juan, Puerto Rico, with 140 contestants from around the world. Justine Kamara will compete against these women, all of whom are extraordinarily beautiful. However, Kamara expressed her confidence in her ability to represent Guinea with elegance, discipline, and assurance.

Key points

  • Justine Kamara will represent Guinea at the 75th Miss Univers competition in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
  • A dinner cocktail was organized in Conakry to support Justine Kamara before her departure.
  • The Guinean people have expressed their support for Justine Kamara, with many encouraging her to represent the country with pride.

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