IT certainly seems like Guyana will make a name for itself at this year’s Miss World Pageant, as our delegate, the delightful Rafieya Aasieya Husain, secures a spot in the Top 20 as the preliminary competitions continue.In less than 10 days, a new Miss World will be crowned when the pageant finale is held in London, England. The 120 delegates hoping to wear the crown arrived in London for two weeks of activities leading up to the grand finale set for December 14, 2014.

DOING WELL
Upon their arrival, the delegates were immediately judged and this continues on a daily basis. Husain is competing well and hopes to earn a spot in the top 10 on the night of the finale. She has so far placed among the top 15 in the Beauty with a Purpose competition. Her presentation was based on “Domestic Violence” and educated the audience about the scourge in Guyana.
In terms of the rankings, Miss South Africa Rolene Strauss remains in first place, with a near-perfect score, but now has competition from Miss Russia Anastasia Kostenko, who seems to be gaining in popularity by the minute in London.
Miss Turkey Amine Gulse entered the top five for the first time, in third place, followed by Miss Australia Courtney Thorpe who jumped from 13th to fourth. Miss Thailand, Maeya Nonthawan Thongleng is now in fifth place.
The results of the Beauty with a Purpose segment saw a huge shuffle in the leader board, with fierce competition from the delegates.
The Guyana Chronicle joins hands with other well wishers in wishing Miss Husain ultimate success at this prestigious event.