Nana Konadu, representing the Bono Region, has been crowned the winner of Ghana’s Most Beautiful (GMB) 2026, emerging victorious at the grand finale held at the National Theatre in Accra on Sunday, October 18.
The highly anticipated finale marked the 20th anniversary of TV3’s popular cultural beauty pageant, celebrating two decades of Ghanaian heritage, confidence, intelligence and cultural representation.
According to TV3’s news platform, 3News, Nana Konadu defeated five other finalists to claim the prestigious crown, receiving a brand-new MG ZS Deluxe Edition vehicle and a cash prize of GH¢200,000.
Bono Region Celebrates as Nana Konadu Makes Her Mark
Nana Konadu’s victory represents a major achievement for the Bono Region, whose representative impressed audiences throughout the competition with presentations highlighting culture, history and African identity.
Her performances combined storytelling, traditional knowledge and contemporary stage presentation.
One of her notable appearances came during the competition’s One Africa Night, when she represented Côte d’Ivoire.
She explored the historical connections between Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire, particularly their shared Akan heritage, while highlighting Ivorian culture, food, cocoa production and tourism.
Her presentation also featured the story of Queen Abla Pokou and elements of Ivorian music and dance.
The performance earned Nana Konadu the Star Performer recognition during Week 10 of the competition.
Full GMB 2026 Results and Prize Money
GMB 2026 CHAMPION
Nana Konadu
GH¢200,000
Vehicle prize
MG ZS Deluxe Edition
| Position | Contestant | Region | Cash prize |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winner | Nana Konadu | Bono | GH¢200,000 + car |
| 1st runner-up | Sessinam | Volta | GH¢100,000 |
| 2nd runner-up | Ampomaa | Ashanti | GH¢50,000 |
| 3rd runner-up | Ayinbomaa | Upper East | GH¢30,000 |
| 4th runner-up | Lamiley | Greater Accra | GH¢20,000 |
| 5th runner-up | Tiwaa | Western North | GH¢10,000 |
The placements and prizes follow the official broadcaster’s published results.
GMB Celebrates 20 Years of Ghanaian Culture
The 2026 edition was organised under the theme GMB@20 — Celebrating 20 Years of Culture, Grace and Legacy.
The anniversary edition brought together contestants representing different regions of Ghana, with activities designed to promote indigenous traditions, historical awareness, tourism and personal development.
Throughout the competition, participants were assessed through cultural performances, presentations, public speaking and other activities.
The grand finale was hosted by Anita Akua Akuffo and Cookie Tee, with Janet Sunkwa-Mills and Nana Hemaa Adwoa Awindor serving as judges.
The event also attracted dignitaries, including the Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Abla Dzifah Gomashie.
What Nana Konadu’s Victory Means
Beyond the prizes, winning Ghana’s Most Beautiful gives Nana Konadu a national platform to promote cultural appreciation, community development and other causes she may choose to champion.
The competition has become a recognised avenue for celebrating Ghana’s regional diversity and introducing audiences to traditions that might otherwise receive limited national attention.
For the Bono Region, her victory provides an opportunity to showcase its cultural heritage and encourage young women to participate in initiatives that combine confidence, education and community service.
As celebrations continue, attention will turn to how the newly crowned queen uses her title and growing public profile.
Nana Konadu now joins the winners of Ghana’s Most Beautiful, carrying the responsibility of representing the ideals of the competition’s landmark 20th-anniversary edition.
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