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Maria Chiguvari
Zimpapers Arts and Entertainment Hub
MISS Universe Zimbabwe Lyshanda Moyas’ latest elegant outfit has become a hitwith her fans.
In the past few weeks, Lyshandahas made it a point to give some hints of what she will do at the Miss Universe beauty pageant in Thailand.
The pageant will be held on November 21 at the Impact Challenger Hall in Pak Kret, Nonthaburi.
Lyshanda has been working hardon her looks and elegance. She posed in a stunning blue gown adorned with intricate beading and sequins. Her dark hair is sleek and straight, complemented by dangling silver earrings.
The dress has a high neckline, long sleeves, and a striking cut-out design. Previously, she added a series of other recent snaps in a sleek black pants suit, complemented by a wide-brimmed black hat adorned with a gold “M”.
She added multiple pearl necklaces, a gold bracelet and black heels. In the caption, she wrote:
“Your calm mind is the ultimate weapon against your challenges. So, relax.”
Her fans were left swooning in the comments section of her Instagram post, with one writing: “Honestly you are stunning.”
Another one wrote:
“They aren’t gonna see you coming, this is stunning, wow.”Another added: “Hope your gown for the competition will be the best cause this is fire love it, you’re so beautiful.”
Another said: “Looking amazing.”
Lyshanda is a nurse, a businesswoman and the reigning Miss Universe Zimbabwe, 2025.
For her, the journey is deeply personal, a blend of purpose, perseverance, and pride.
“This is an amazing opportunity that I have been given to represent mycountry,” she said.
Lyshanda embodies beauty with a purpose — a true reflection of Zimbabwean resilience, intelligence and grace.
From her humble beginnings in Gweru to the grand stage of Miss Universe in Thailand, Lyshanda’s story is one of courage, ambition and heart.
Victoria Theilvig of Denmark will crown her successor at the event. The competition will feature 119 confirmed contestants, with new countries like Cape Verde, Mayotte, Niger,Palestine, and Rwanda making their debut.
Beyond the main event in Nonthaburi, special activities and side events will light up Phuket and Pattaya, turning the entire nation into a week-long celebration of culture and beauty.
Thailand was officially announced as the host after beating bids from Argentina, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Morocco, India, South Africa, and Spain.
This will be Thailand’s fourth time hosting Miss Universe, and the third time the event will be held at Impact Challenger Hall — a venue that previously staged the competition in 2005 and 2018.
The pageant now embraces women of all ages, backgrounds and life stories, including mothers, wives, and professionals. This year, the line-up reflects that spirit of inclusivity and change.
Iraq, Slovenia, Sweden, Ghana, Haiti, Kosovo, and Panama are back on the Miss Universe stage.
