Josephine Shaapopi was crowned Miss Petite Global Namibia 2025 at the Protea Hotel Thuringerhof in Windhoek. She will represent Namibia at the international Miss Petite Global pageant in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, scheduled for May 6 to 11, 2025, with the grand final on May 10.
The first runner-up title was awarded to Lindah Jesay, a teacher based in northern Namibia, while fashion and beauty entrepreneur Janet Kaindume secured the position of second runner-up.
The event, organized by the Walk by Bobby Kaanjosa Institute, featured six contestants vying for the title. The judging panel included actress Maria Amuyenla and South African pageant critic Jerobiam Julies, among others. The evening was hosted by Miss Namibia 2024 second runner-up Georgia Garises and former Man of the World Namibia 2020 winner Danny Shikwambi.
The Miss Petite Global pageant celebrates women under 168 cm in height, providing a platform to showcase their beauty, intelligence, and talent. The upcoming international event in Malaysia will bring together representatives from various countries to compete for the coveted title.
Josephine Shaapopi, a fashion design student, expressed her gratitude and excitement for the opportunity to represent Namibia on the global stage. She follows in the footsteps of Esperensa Martins, who previously held the title and won the continental title of Miss Petite Global Africa 2024 in Malaysia.
The Miss Petite Global Namibia pageant aims to redefine beauty standards and empower petite women, demonstrating that they are as capable and talented as any other. The organizers and participants are now preparing for the international competition, where they hope to make Namibia proud.
