-as stage now set for the coronation ceremony

TEN vibrant personalities will tomorrow grace the stage of the 2024 Miss East Bank Pageant 2024 Finale, scheduled to be held at Kings and Queens Hotel, Soesdyke Junction.
According to a release from the event’s organisers, the pageant got underway earlier this month with the hosting of two significant events setting the stage for the grand finale.
The sashing ceremony, held on November 10, 2024, at the Plasma Rock Resort, Soesdyke Junction, was a vibrant and celebratory affair.

The event introduced the ten dynamic contestants, each representing a community along the East Bank corridor.
Friends, family, and supporters gathered to witness the contestants receiving their official sashes, marking the beginning of their journey to the prestigious title.
In addition to the sashing ceremony, the contestants faced their first challenge in the intelligence segment held at the Sunrise Hotel.

That segment, according to the organisers tested the participants’ knowledge, communication skills, and critical thinking abilities as they responded to a series of questions crafted to showcase their intellect and poise.
The intelligence segment was judged by an esteemed panel, including John Edghill, Nikita Campbell, and Jamel Graham, who commended the contestants for their insightful answers and the confidence displayed on stage.

That segment was a key part of the competition, emphasising the pageant’s focus on empowering young women to shine beyond beauty by highlighting intelligence, ambition, and advocacy.
At this weekend’s coronation, the contestants will compete across various segments, including cultural wear, evening gowns, and talent, to showcase their unique personalities and skills.
The pageant is not only a platform to celebrate the diverse talents of the young women but also a means to promote youth empowerment and community development across the East Bank.