Cassy Gold with the runners-up
Twenty-one (21)-year–old Cassandra Mawuenam Offei, stage name Cassy Gold, has emerged as the winner of the just ended Miss Knutsford Africa Pageant 2026 held at Knutsford University, East Legon Main Auditorium, to celebrate African culture, creativity, and visionary leadership.
The level 200 BSc Nursing student’s professionalism and charisma on stage won her the coveted crown against seven other contestants who participated in the show.
The runners-up include Victoria Mawunyo Ahorso (Miz-Vee), 20, Multimedia Journalism – 1st runner-up; and Florence Abuse Quaye (Sikapa), 20, Information Technology (IT) – 2nd runner-up.
Alongside the winner and runners-up, other contestants who secured places in the top include Cassandra Mercedes Ashiley (Cassie Luxe), 20, BSc Nursing; and Mary Moses Larbie (Queenly), 21, Nursing.
The pageant also celebrated two vibrant finalists who distinguished themselves with grace and talent: Trish Konadu Kumah (Trish), 20, Nursing; and Marianne Onyinyechi Oforji (Marianne), 18, Nursing.
Josephine Yayra Debrah (Yayra), 22, Nursing, was specially honoured as Miss People’s Choice.
Cassy Gold, aside the recognition as Miss Knustford Africa Queen for a year, receives a full-year scholarship (tuition fees), international African trip, crown and a sash, as well as “Face of Knutsford Africa” recognition across campus and media.
Also, she will enjoy VIP appearances at events, galas, and cultural festivals, social media spotlight on official platforms, brand ambassador role for Knutsford University & Shark Island.
The Miss Knutsford Africa Pageant is a cultural and leadership platform that empowers young African women through confidence-building, community service, cultural representation, and purposeful storytelling. It redefines beauty by emphasising intellect, compassion, integrity, and a bold vision for Africa’s future. Hosted by Knutsford University, a leading private tertiary institution in Ghana known for academic excellence and holistic student development, the pageant reflects the university’s commitment to nurturing ethical, globally competitive leaders.
BY Prince Fiifi Yorke