ACCRA, Ghana — Exclusive Events Ghana has officially unveiled an impressive panel of judges for the auditions of the 69th Miss Ghana pageant, with celebrated broadcaster Stacy Amoateng, award-winning musician Okyeame Kwame, media personality Kafui Dey, and Miss Ghana 2004 winner and legal practitioner Inna Mariam Patty, Esq., set to lead the selection process.
The auditions will be held on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at the Oak Plaza Hotel, off Spintex Road in Accra, marking the beginning of Ghana’s search for its next beauty queen.
Theme celebrates nearly seven decades of empowerment
The 69th edition of Miss Ghana is themed “Empowering Women, Enduring Legacy”, reflecting the pageant’s longstanding commitment to promoting leadership, cultural pride, confidence and purpose-driven young women.
Experienced judges to select Ghana’s next queen
Leading the judging panel is Inna Mariam Patty, Esq., a lawyer, entrepreneur and former Miss Ghana 2004 who has served as National Director and franchise holder for Miss World Ghana for more than a decade. Her experience as both a former queen and pageant administrator is expected to guide the selection of contestants capable of representing Ghana internationally.
Joining her is renowned media personality and producer Stacy Amoateng, whose distinguished broadcasting career spans almost three decades. Beyond television, she is widely respected for her philanthropic work focused on women’s empowerment and support for vulnerable communities.
Also serving on the panel is award-winning musician and social advocate Okyeame Kwame. With over 25 years in Ghana’s entertainment industry, he has combined music with advocacy, partnering with organisations including UNICEF and the World Bank on literacy, climate action and youth empowerment initiatives.
Completing the panel is veteran broadcaster and communications expert Kafui Dey, whose expertise in public speaking, leadership and mentorship is expected to help identify contestants capable of excelling both nationally and internationally.
Contestants to be judged beyond beauty
According to the organisers, contestants will be evaluated on confidence, communication skills, patriotism, leadership qualities, poise and their understanding of current social issues. Aspirants will also present talents including singing, dancing, spoken word and rap while demonstrating their passion for community development projects.
Applicants must be between 18 and 26 years old and are expected to demonstrate confidence, integrity and a strong commitment to making positive contributions to society.
Miss Ghana’s enduring legacy
Established in 1957, Miss Ghana has evolved from a traditional beauty contest into one of the country’s most respected platforms for empowering young women through education, healthcare advocacy, entrepreneurship and community service.
The 69th Miss Ghana pageant is organised by Exclusive Events Ghana with support from Multimedia Ghana, including Joy FM, Joy News, MyJoyOnline, Hitz FM and Luv FM, alongside several corporate sponsors and media partners across the country.
