Jane Kayitesi was crowned Miss Mt. Kenya University last weekend. Grace Mugoya caught up with her shortly after she was declared the most beautiful girl at the university: Apart from what we already know, who is Jane Kayitesi? I am 19 years old, born in Goma in the Democratic Republic of Congo. I came back home after the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. I am a first year Business student at Mt. Kenya University, Rwanda. Did you ever think that you would be crowned Miss Mt. Kenya University? It was my wish but I was not very sure I could win because the competition was tight. What do you think propelled you to the crown? I my view I think that confidence contributed greatly to my success.When you were declared winner last weekend, there were mixed reactions in the audience, some attendees claiming that someone else deserved the crown…Well, I was not one of the judges and am sure the panel of judges comprised professionals. But – with all honesty – when you look at the girls you competed against, do you really believe that you are the most beautiful? Like I said, judges consider many things in addition to physical appearance. If you were on the panel of judges, who would you have selected winner of the contest? Fortunately or unfortunately, I was not among the judges but I would have selected the winner basing on my colleagues’ decisions. You are a beautiful young woman. Who is the lucky man?Thanks for the compliment but I am not in any relationship because I believe it’s not time yet.
