Olivia Yacé is officially back in the spotlight—and this time, she’s aiming for the universe.
The beloved beauty queen and global fashion icon has just been crowned Miss Universe Côte d’Ivoire 2025, securing her place on the international stage at the 74th Miss Universe competition, set to be held in Thailand this November.
Yacé, who previously earned the title of Miss Côte d’Ivoire 2021 and dazzled the world as second runner-up at Miss World, will now bring her poise, power, and pan-African pride to Impact Challenger Hall in Pak Kret, Nonthaburi, for one of the world’s most prestigious pageants.
Known for her breathtaking elegance, fluency in multiple languages, and academic background in marketing and management, Olivia Yacé is widely considered one of Africa’s strongest contenders in international pageantry. Her return to the pageant circuit has sparked a wave of excitement across West Africa and beyond.
“Olivia isn’t just representing Côte d’Ivoire—she’s representing the promise, pride, and brilliance of an entire continent,” said one fan on social media, where her stunning new photos have gone viral since the announcement.
The Miss Universe Côte d’Ivoire organization made the news official this week, confirming that Yacé will carry the nation’s hopes to Thailand, where she will compete alongside delegates from nearly 90 countries.
The final will take place on November 21, 2025, with global eyes set on who will succeed Miss Universe 2024, Sheynnis Palacios of Nicaragua.
This marks a strategic return for Yacé, whose third-place finish at Miss World established her as a force to be reckoned with. Her advocacy for cultural diplomacy, women’s empowerment, and education continues to win hearts around the globe.
As the runway to Miss Universe Thailand 2025 heats up, one thing is clear: Olivia Yacé is ready to shine brighter than ever.
