The glamorous and highly anticipated Kiromo Teenz Choice Awards 2026 came to a thrilling close on 9th May at the iconic UMA Show Grounds, as thousands of teenagers, students, celebrities, and entertainment lovers gathered for one of Uganda’s biggest youth celebrations.
The night was filled with fashion, talent, music, energy, and unforgettable moments as contestants from schools across Uganda battled for the prestigious Mr and Miss High School and Teen crowns.
Representing Elite High School, Kimberly Abigail emerged victorious and was officially crowned Miss High School Uganda 2026, impressing judges and fans with her confidence, elegance, and stage presence.
The Mr High School Uganda 2026 crown went to Luqman Matovu from St Julian High School Gayaza, whose charisma and performance earned him the top title.
In the teen category, Mitchelle Yang from Airfield SS was crowned Miss Teen Uganda 2026, while Neymar Brave from Elite High School walked away with the Mr Teen Uganda 2026 title.
The event also crowned Natasha from Merryhill High School as the Mirinda Brand Ambassador Uganda 2026.
The Kiromo Teenz Choice Awards continue to grow as one of Uganda’s leading youth platforms, celebrating teen culture, talent, leadership, fashion, creativity, and entertainment.
Full List of Major Winners
Main Crowns
Miss High School Uganda 2026 — Kimberly Abigail (Elite High School)
Mr High School Uganda 2026 — Luqman Matovu (St Julian High School Gayaza)
Miss Teen Uganda 2026 — Mitchelle Yang (Airfield SS)
Mr Teen Uganda 2026 — Neymar Brave (Elite High School)
Mirinda Brand Ambassador Uganda 2026 — Natasha (Merryhill High School)
Runner-Ups
Miss High School Uganda
1st Runner-Up — Tendo Nsiro (Elite High School)
2nd Runner-Up — Atim Mitchele (Merryhill Xtian High School)
Mr High School Uganda
1st Runner-Up — Basharat Hussein (Kyambogo College)
2nd Runner-Up — Kayanja Arnold (Standard High School Zana)
Special Female Awards
Miss Teen Star — Najjuka Shania
Miss Teen North — Melanie Amongi
Miss Teen Central — Atukuma Dona Wealth
Miss Teen West — Mutoni Priscilla
Miss Teen East — Kawuma Saphina
Miss Personality — Tendo Nsiiro
Miss Charisma — Atim Mitchelle
Miss Fashion Queen — Karungi Shine
Miss Photogenic — Nsereko Cindy
Teenz Next Top Model — Kimberly Abigail
Miss Talent — Namatovu Patricia Tasha (DJ Tash)
Miss Confidence — Nanyange Favor
Miss Popularity — DJ Tash
Miss Leadership — Muwanguzi Annabelle
Miss Influencer — Nabaggala Maria
Miss Elegant — Kawuma Safina
Miss Media Star — Domino Aviva Stephanie
Miss Religious — Ashley Shanita
Miss Inspirational — Harerta Zerisnay
Miss Hope / Humanity / Positive Impact — Nabacwa Regina Hayra
Miss Fashion Visionary — Namugenyi Sylvia
Miss Sports Star — Nasio Nicole
Miss Runway Model — Kyamulabi Catrina
Miss Cultural Pride — Namigadde Passy
Miss Sports Queen — Tendo Daniela
Miss Cultural Ambassador — Mitchelle Yang
Special Male Awards
Mr Teen West — Omugabe Anapolion
Mr Teen Central — Kayanja Arnold
Mr Teen East — Nsadhu Humphrey
Mr Personality — Jesus Nkunzi
Mr Patriotism — Twesigome Brian
Mr Cultural Ambassador — Basharat Hussain
Mr Influencer — Luqman Shurab Matovu
Mr Fashionista — Akampulira Tobius
Mr Talent — Luqman Shurab Matovu
Mr Teen Star — Naymar Nkunzi
The 2026 edition once again proved that Uganda’s next generation is filled with confidence, creativity, leadership, and limitless talent.