Among the contestants was the father of 8 children, 50 year old Nswankuire Joel who also contested at the pageant with a dream of emerging winner at the auditions and be able to represent young people at the grand final in kampala and lead the fight against stigma and discrimination among young people living with HIV.
The eastern region auditions were graced by the presence of various representatives and directors from local organizations, the HIV focal person;Dr.Balidawa John, AIC-Jinja regional manager Kanyoma Loyce and the District PHA forum representatives. Among the judges was former miss Uganda Fiona Bizzu, Zaitun Nabaterega from Straight Talk and Lumumba Musa from CYSRA
Winners
Namusoke Rose, 22years FEMALE
Mbalya Derick, 22years MALE
Runners up
Mbiriire Rose, 21 years FEMALE
Sseruwandagaza George, 19 years MALE