Nana Konadu is winner of Ghana’s Most Beautiful 2026

Nana Konadu, the representative of the Bono Region, has been crowned winner of the 20th edition of Ghana’s Most Beautiful (GMB), held on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at the National Theatre in Accra.

The winner of the pageant’s legacy edition received an MG ZS Deluxe Edition sponsored by Mac Ghana and a cash prize of GH¢200,000.

Nana Konadu emerged victorious after competing against five other finalists: Sessinam of the Volta Region, Ampomaa of the Ashanti Region, Tiwaa of the Western North Region, Lamiley of the Greater Accra Region and Ayinbomaa of the Upper East Region.

The competition celebrated Ghanaian culture, history, storytelling and national heritage under the theme “GMB@20 — Celebrating 20 Years of Culture, Grace and Legacy.”

Ghana’s Most Beautiful 2026: Winners and Prizes

Sessinam, representing the Volta Region, was named first runner-up and received GH¢100,000.

Ampomaa of the Ashanti Region finished third, taking home GH¢50,000 and souvenirs from sponsors.

Ayinbomaa of the Upper East Region secured fourth place and received GH¢30,000 and sponsors’ souvenirs, while Lamiley of the Greater Accra Region finished fifth with GH¢20,000 and souvenirs.

Tiwaa of the Western North Region placed sixth and received GH¢10,000 and sponsors’ souvenirs.

The event was hosted by Anita Akua Akuffo and Cookie Tee, with Janet Sunkwa-Mills and Nana Hemaa Adwoa Awindor serving as judges.

Among the dignitaries present was the Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Abla Dzifa Gomashie.

Profiles of the Six Ghana’s Most Beautiful Finalists

1. Nana Konadu — Bono Region

Nana Konadu built momentum in the latter stages of the competition, winning Best Model of the Night during Fashion Night before being named Star Performer in Week 10 on One Africa Night.

Her presentation on Côte d’Ivoire explored the country’s shared Akan cultural roots with Ghana. She also highlighted the story of Queen Abla Pokou and celebrated Ivorian football and Coupé-Décalé dance.

Her performances connected history, food, cocoa and tourism, helping her showcase the cultural links between Ghana and other African countries.

2. Sessinam — Volta Region

Sessinam represented the Volta Region with a series of performances that demonstrated her versatility as a storyteller and cultural ambassador.

She won Star Performer on both Rhythms of Our Land Night and Destination Ghana Night, and was named Most Eloquent during Traditional Delicacy Night.

On One Africa Night, her presentation on Kenya went beyond the country’s popular safari attractions to explore its communities, history and Indian Ocean coastline.

She also received GH¢10,000 in support from the Volta Regional Minister, one of the season’s most prominently documented instances of institutional backing.

3. Ampomaa — Ashanti Region

Ampomaa, from Tepa, represented the Ashanti Region by highlighting Asante history, traditions and cultural institutions.

Her presentations explored the Golden Stool, Silver Stool, Bonwire Kente, Akwasidae and Adae Kese celebrations, as well as Lake Bosomtwe.

She won Best Costume in Week One and later earned the Kivo Woman of the Week title during Destination Ghana Night.

For One Africa Night, Ampomaa presented the cultures of Nigeria’s Hausa, Yoruba and Igbo communities, portraying the country’s cultural diversity within a shared national identity.

4. Ayinbomaa — Upper East Region

Keren Alayine Ayinboma, popularly known as Ayinbomaa, distinguished herself through eloquent presentations and historical storytelling.

She won Most Eloquent in Week One and repeated the achievement on One Africa Night, where she represented Liberia. She also shared the Best Model award on Fashion Night and won Best Costume during Destination Ghana.

One of her notable presentations recounted the resistance of Denyanga women against slave raids, highlighting the courage and resilience of women in the region’s history.

Her campaign also received financial support from Wenawome Aborah, chief executive officer of Kacstone Records, as she sought to secure a second Ghana’s Most Beautiful crown for the Upper East Region following Queen Poka’s 2013 victory.

5. Tiwaa — Western North Region

Tiwaa showcased the cultural heritage and natural resources of the Western North Region, with a particular focus on Sefwi traditions.

Her presentations covered the region’s cocoa history, Bia Waterfalls, gold and bauxite resources, the traditional board game Oware, and puberty and naming rites.

She won Best Costume on Rhythms of Our Land Night and was named Most Eloquent on Destination Ghana Night.

During One Africa Night, she represented Cameroon, describing it as “Africa in miniature” while highlighting the Ngondo Festival, Makossa and Bikutsi music, Mount Cameroon and Lobe Falls.

6. Lamiley — Greater Accra Region

Paciencia Naa Lamiley Boye represented the Greater Accra Region, drawing on her academic background in Political Science and Theatre Arts, as well as a master’s degree in Information Technology Law.

She became the first Star Performer of GMB@20 in Week One after delivering a presentation on Ga culture and heritage.

Her showcase featured the Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum, Jamestown Lighthouse, Homowo Festival and the historical figure Naa Dode Akaibi. Judge Janet Sunkwa-Mills praised her for remaining true to her cultural identity.

Lamiley also won Kivo Woman of the Week and became known for her theatrical performances, including an entrance to Nii Funny’s song Ga Vibes.

For One Africa Night, she presented a Zulu bride story from South Africa, incorporating Kwaito and Amapiano music.

GMB@20 Celebrates Two Decades of Ghanaian Culture

The 20th edition of Ghana’s Most Beautiful placed a strong emphasis on cultural preservation, national identity and storytelling, with contestants showcasing traditions from their respective regions and exploring the cultures of other African countries.

The anniversary theme, “GMB@20 — Celebrating 20 Years of Culture, Grace and Legacy,” reflected the pageant’s focus on celebrating Ghana’s cultural diversity while promoting tourism and African heritage.

Nana Konadu’s victory gives the Bono Region the crown in the landmark edition, following weeks of performances and cultural presentations by contestants from across the country.