(This article was first published in Toto Magazine on June 22, 2022)
Nakazibwe reaching for the sky
Nine-year-old Condoleeza Nakazibwe Thembo is multi-talented. In 2019, she was involved in an accident on the Kampala-Entebbe expressway which left her with one arm. Nakazibwe accepted her situation and worked towards leading a normal life and achieving her dreams. She was crowned Little Miss Universe (Uganda) 2022 by not allowing the disability to become inability. Nakazibwe, who has led a campaign on environmental conservation, shared her story with Julius Luwemba.
Tell us about yourself
I am Condoleeza Nakazibwe Thembo. I was born nine years ago. My parents are George William Nyombi Thembo and Angella Naggayi Thembo.
Where do you go to school?
I am in Primary Four at Kampala Junior Academy, Kitante campus. What is your favourite subject? I like mathematics because I want to learn how to count money.
How were you voted Little Miss Universe?
I applied after seeing an advert on social media. Together with other applicants, we were shortlisted and posted on Facebook from where the general public voted the finalists. We then, met a panel of judges who interviewed us before I was announced the winner.
What is your role as Little Miss Universe?
Little Miss Universe also called Mini Miss Universe, is a campaign to have children participate in environmental conservation. Therefore, part of my role is to rally children of my age to conserve the environment and keep their communities clean.
Little Miss Universe
Nakazibwe reaching for the sky
Nine-year-old Condoleeza Nakazibwe Thembo is multi-talented. In 2019, she was involved in an accident on the Kampala-Entebbe expressway which left her with one arm. Nakazibwe accepted her situation and worked towards leading a normal life and achieving her dreams. She was crowned Little Miss Universe (Uganda) 2022 by not allowing the disability to become inability. Nakazibwe, who has led a campaign on environmental conservation, shared her story with Julius Luwemba.
Tell us about yourself
I am Condoleeza Nakazibwe Thembo. I was born nine years ago. My parents are George William Nyombi Thembo and Angella Naggayi Thembo.
Where do you go to school?
I am in Primary Four at Kampala Junior Academy, Kitante campus. What is your favourite subject? I like mathematics because I want to learn how to count money.
How were you voted Little Miss Universe?
I applied after seeing an advert on social media. Together with other applicants, we were shortlisted and posted on Facebook from where the general public voted the finalists. We then, met a panel of judges who interviewed us before I was announced the winner.
What is your role as Little Miss Universe?
Little Miss Universe also called Mini Miss Universe, is a campaign to have children participate in environmental conservation. Therefore, part of my role is to rally children of my age to conserve the environment and keep their communities clean
Do you mind sharing your experience about the amputated arm?
On November 15, 2019, I was involved in a car accident on my way to Entebbe. My arm was cut off. It was and still is a painful experience, but I thank God for the gift of life.
What are some of the co-curricular activities you take part in?
I dance, swim, ride a bicycle, run, cook and I do public speaking.
What do you want to be?
I want to become a doctor, set up my own hospital and treat people with disabilities.
Who is your role model?
I fancy everything about my parents.
Do you have any achievements?
There are several things I am proud of. Recently, I scooped a silver medal in the Midland Swimming Gala.
What are some of the places you have visited?
Whereas I have travelled to other countries, I still find Uganda so beautiful, especially Tilenga in the north west, Cotarnine and Lake Munyanyange both in western Uganda.
Any advice to fellow children?
Be yourself as you aim to become better
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