Zimbabwe Celebrates! Lyshanda Moyas Reaches Miss Universe Top 30 & Minnie Baloyi Makes History as a Judge
Two major victories for Zimbabwe — our queen shines on the Miss Universe stage, and one of our own takes a powerful seat on the judging panel. A moment of pride for our nation and for every Zimbabwean woman with big dreams.
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Official Highlights
The Miss Universe 2025 pageant took place in Bangkok, Thailand — bringing together the world’s most talented, confident and inspiring women. The competition was fierce, glamorous and emotional, but Zimbabwe walked away with not just one, but two major milestones.
Lyshanda Moyas — A Top 30 Finish for Zimbabwe
Representing Zimbabwe with grace and boldness, Lyshanda Moyas secured a place in the **Top 30 finalists** at Miss Universe 2025. Her performance on stage — from the national costume to the evening gown — reflected pride, intelligence and the beauty of Zimbabwean culture.
This achievement puts Zimbabwe on the global map once again, proving that our queens have everything it takes to shine internationally.
Minnie Baloyi — A Zimbabwean Judge on the Miss Universe Panel
Miniyothabo “Minnie” Baloyi-Chiwenga made history as she joined the prestigious Miss Universe 2025 judging panel. Her appointment is a proud moment for Zimbabwe — showing that we are not only producing outstanding contestants, but also powerful leaders influencing global beauty and leadership standards.
Minnie’s presence on the panel showcases Zimbabwe’s growth, influence and excellence in the global pageant industry.
Why These Achievements Matter
Having a Zimbabwean queen in the Top 30 and a Zimbabwean judge at Miss Universe is more than a victory — it is a symbol of hope, representation and progress.
These wins inspire young girls across the country to dream bigger, stand taller and believe that Zimbabwe deserves a seat at every global table.
We Celebrate Our Queens
Zimbabwe stands proud. Congratulations to Lyshanda Moyas and Minnie Baloyi for lifting our flag high and reminding the world that Zimbabwean excellence is unstoppable.
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