This archive report was first published on 8 October 2019.
On October 5, 2019, the Two Rivers Mall in Nairobi played host to the 2019 edition of the Mr and Miss World Kenya competition.
Among the contestants was Elsie Stephens, the sister of State House Spokesperson Kanze Dena, who made a remarkable impression and emerged as the first runner-up.
According to her Instagram post, Elsie described the experience as 'the toughest bootcamp yet the most fulfilling experience yet… being part of Kenya's most prestigious pageant was such an honour.'
She also expressed her gratitude for being part of the MWK family and for meeting 'amazing young and vibrant contestants who I already miss.'
Her sister, Kanze Dena, was among the first to congratulate her, saying their father was proud of 'his little girl.'
She posted, 'You made us proud sis… and I know daddy smiled… his little girl has become such a strong and confident woman. Lots of love. #Mungumbele.'
It's worth noting that Elsie has a history of participating in beauty pageants, having emerged as a 2nd runner-up in the 2018 edition of the Miss Universe Kenya.
