Maëllys Ngo Mboui, the newly crowned Miss Cameroun 2026, has begun a gratitude tour, meeting with Minister of Youth and Civic Education, Mounouna Foutsou, on September 28. During their nearly two-hour meeting, Ngo Mboui expressed her gratitude for the new opportunities that have opened up for her. The minister welcomed her in her new role, having previously known her as Miss Diaspora France – Cameroun.
Ngo Mboui participated in the first Camp d'intégration nationale des jeunes de la diaspora (Cinajedi) organized by the Ministry of Youth and Civic Education. The minister noted that her experience at the camp, which aimed to promote civic and entrepreneurial education, had contributed to her success in the Miss Cameroun competition. He praised her fighting spirit, which he believes was developed during the camp.
As the newly crowned Miss Cameroun, Ngo Mboui plans to pursue a career in financial engineering in Cameroon. She aims to align herself with projects she wishes to implement, particularly in promoting access to technology for young people. Her organization, Cameroonians Girls in STEAM, will play a key role in achieving these goals.
The minister emphasized that Ngo Mboui's victory promoted the national civic education program, which focuses on moral, civic, and entrepreneurial rearmament. He expressed satisfaction with her new role as an ambassador for Cinajedi, highlighting the potential for her to make a positive impact on young people.
During the meeting, Ngo Mboui presented her plan of action, which builds on her previous initiatives. As a student at the University of Nanterre in France, she plans to use her experience and skills to make a difference in her community. Her goal is to help young people access technology and related opportunities.
The Miss Cameroun program aims to empower young people, particularly girls, in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) fields. Ngo Mboui's organization, Cameroonians Girls in STEAM, seeks to provide opportunities for young women to develop their skills and pursue careers in these areas.
Ngo Mboui's meeting with Minister Foutsou marked the beginning of her new role as a national beauty queen and ambassador for youth empowerment. Her plans and initiatives are expected to have a positive impact on young people in Cameroon, promoting access to technology and civic education.
Key points
- Maëllys Ngo Mboui, Miss Cameroun 2026, met with Minister Mounouna Foutsou to express gratitude and discuss her plans.
- Ngo Mboui participated in the Cinajedi camp, which aimed to promote civic and entrepreneurial education.
- Her organization, Cameroonians Girls in STEAM, seeks to provide opportunities for young women to develop their skills in STEAM fields.
