Miss Rwanda, Liliane Iradukunda. Courtesy photo
The love affair between Uganda and Rwanda has now beamed into the diaspora.
Ugandans
in North America under their umbrella body, UNAA Causes have stretched
their influence to East Africa, attracting the Miss Rwanda franchise
ahead of their Fashion Weekend event in Washington DC from August 31 to
September 3.
The event organisers
have already confirmed performances from Nigerian singer Rudeboy of the
defunct PSquare duo and now revellers will see a fashion side with top
Ugandan designers, models, agents as well as East African beauty queens
including; Miss Rwanda, Tanzania and Miss Uganda.
UNAA
Causes CEO, David Muwanga confirmed the participation of Miss Rwanda,
adding that the event provides an opportunity for Uganda and Rwanda to
contribute towards promoting tourism, fashion and culture in East
Africa.
“We are excited to be joined
by Miss Rwanda. Uganda has always enjoyed a good relationship with our
brothers and sisters in Rwanda. They will be participating in our
fashion weekend where we expect to make a statement as East Africa to
the rest of the world. Miss Uganda is already our partner and they will
be with us in DC as well,” Muwanga said.
Kagame
Ishimwe Dieudonne, the founder and Managing Director of Rwanda
Inspiration Backup, the company responsible for Miss Rwanda confirmed
that 2018 pageant winner Liliane Iradukunda will represent the franchise
in Washington DC.
“The mission of
Miss Rwanda encompasses the promotion of cultural tourism and fostering
great ambassadors for our country. So, it’s always a pleasure for us to
be part of events that are in line with our mission and give us an
opportunity to represent our country in various aspects,” Ishimwe said.
“The
event is an opportunity to showcase what Rwanda’s fashion and beauty
scene has achieved and what other countries have to offer. It also
offers an important opportunity to reflect on where we are as a bloc and
learn from each other and others,” Muwanga added.
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