Milestone Global pageantry recognises Keipeile :: Mmegi Online

The Miss and Mrs Milestone Global International pageant was held in Dubai from September 2 – 7, 2025. In May 2025, Keipeile was crowned the local pageant’s new queen, earning herself a ticket to represent the country on the international stage. According to the local pageantry director, Dikatso Ontifile, the competition featured representatives from different countries across the globe. Ontifile said Keipeile competed under the Mrs category, which Albania won. However, she said Keipeile did not come home empty-handed as she received recognition as Tourism Ambassador, after her performances and how she represented her country. “Her national costume, which was inspired by the Zebra, left a mark on the hearts of the judges. While in Dubai, she participated in a talent show, national costume preparation, and Girls for Green Group Discussions, which aim at promoting sustainable education in young girls. She was also crowned with the Body Beautiful sash as she presented herself well, looked presentable, and impressed judges with her appearance. Her recognitions did not come with prize money but an award and certificate,” she said.

According to Ontifile, Keipeile’s journey was not a smooth one as she encountered challenges. She said the main challenges that the queen encountered include a lack of sponsorship for tickets to travel, wardrobe, and participation fees. She further explained that Keipeile received help from family and friends to be able to reach Dubai. Therefore, she said they were looking for sponsors to assist in the future when they send queens to the international stage. She said the Milestone Pageant is an international platform that celebrates and empowers women through beauty pageants, awards, and social initiatives. She said the pageant focuses on confidence, leadership, and community service rather than just appearance. “By promoting causes like girl child education and women’s welfare, it helps women build self-esteem, gain global recognition, and become role models and change-makers in their communities. This pageantry aims and objectives includes; women empowerment that is to uplift and empower women by providing a platform to showcase their talents, intelligence, and confidence; promoting social causes such as to raise awareness and support initiatives like girl child education, healthcare, and women’s welfare; cultural exchange and global unity that intends to bring together participants from diverse backgrounds, fostering cross-cultural understanding and global networking and finally personal development that helps women grow in confidence, public speaking, leadership, and personal branding,” Ontifile explained.