By Ian Ortega
It has been an amazing journey that has seen a Ugandan go on to conquer the crown of Africa and become the first ever Africa’s next top model. That Ugandan is none other than Aamito Stacie Lagum. Aamito’s win means that Uganda has now won its first major African competition.
And the feedback could not agree less. One blogger from Nigeria by the name of Donna commented; “I saw it coming, her modelling potential comes naturally.” Judith Heard on the other hand said; “The Day you rocked the runway at my store opening you left me speechless, now you made me proud.”
So what does Aamito get for her win?
Well, Aamito’s win means that she will receive a one-year modelling contract with New York based modelling agency DNA Model Management, a product endorsement deal with P&G, a one-year contact as an ambassador for South African Tourism, SNAPP, Etisalat, Verve, and a cash prize of 50,000 USD.
Supermodel Oluchi Onweagba was the lady behind the search for Africa’s Next Top Model that saw Aamito beat twelve girls from all over Africa to the top prize.
In her own words, Aamito had this to say;
“I AM AFRICA’S FRIST EVER NEXT TOP MODEL!!!! This is a surreal moment in my life and career.
I would first like to thank God, for allowing this path in this journey that I have committedly begun. I would like to thank, super host Oluchi for having paid me any attention.
Josie Borain and Remi Adetiba, I will not disappoint you thank you all so much..
My family and friends we have done it! It couldn’t have been possible without you all. Thank you.
Africa but first, my beautiful country Uganda who have put all their trust in me, encouraged and supported me from day 1, thank you.
Beautiful Africa and even more beautiful people from around the world, that have all shown me nothing but love, I am extremely humbled and overwhelmed by the tremendous and mind blowing support you beauties have shown me over the past 10 weeks.
My fellow contestants, you were all great and together we have formed a sisterhood of ANTM Africa cycle1 cast.
All 11 of you taught me a lot and I definitely carry a part of each of you in me, I wish you all endless success.
To the ATMN team, thank you, thank you , thank you!
And there you have it, the throne is yours Uganda, lets together keep it shining bright.
faithfully yours,
Aamito.”
Once again, congs to Aamito Stacie.
“[katogoaward]”