Jesca Kiplagat, a 28-year-old model pursuing a Master's Degree in London, was crowned the new face of Africa in the UK on Saturday.
The event, held in London, brought together top African students in the UK. Jesca won the title after a fierce competition against other African contestants, giving Kenya the top honor.
In her acceptance speech, Jesca said she plans to use her talent and new status to give back to the community. She announced plans to raise funds for the Kapchaselewes Children's Home in Marakwet district.
"I am honored and humbled by this wonderful experience. It has inculcated in me a sense of nationalism - proud Kenyan and yes giving back to the community which is the ultimate thing that have really made it a worthy course and I promise to lead other youths in the national building exercise as The Face of Kenya UK 2014 Brand Ambassador," she said.
As the new face of Africa in the UK, Jesca will promote cultural diplomacy, youth empowerment, and community cohesion.
The recovered account cited reporting by E! News.
