ECD girl crowned Miss Emancipation 2014

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From left: Shabakie Fernandes; the newly-crowned queen, Franale Latoya Holder and franchise holder Alexis Connelly at the coronation last Saturday evening at Cara Lodge
From left: Shabakie Fernandes; the newly-crowned queen, Franale Latoya Holder and franchise holder Alexis Connelly at the coronation last Saturday evening at Cara Lodge

Franale Latoya Holder, 22, who hails from the East Coast of Demerara was on Saturday evening crowned Miss Emancipation Queen 2014 in Guyana by the House of Sanae at a simple ceremony at Cara Lodge, Quamina Street, Georgetown.

This gem of a young woman can be described as one with an abundance of aspiration, inspiration and talent as she confidently makes her journey to her success.

The beautiful young lady, through her courage, vibrancy, intelligence and talent, aspires to become a professional musician and has already embarked on her career.

Being the eldest of seven children has taught her to be responsible, as she is always helpful to her parents. The support she receives from them is her main driving force and pillar in her life.

As a child, she had the privilege of living in two countries, a privilege she took full advantage of. She attended schools in Suriname and Guyana.

The combined learning experience is what mattered to her as it gave her the added advantage of being fluent: scripted and verbal in English and Dutch as well as a Caribbean slavery language called “Stranang Tongo”. She loves the colour yellow and is inspired by her siblings.

Meanwhile, the special occasion was an evening of elegance which saw women decked out in their elaborate African prints which created the right atmosphere to welcome the new queen.

The lovely Miss Jilicia Pinder, who was the first person to be crowned as Miss Guyana African Queen in 2012 under House of Sanae, performed a rendition of “Malika” by Miriam Makeba. This song also happened to be her talent piece at her coronation in 2012. The evening also saw a dance by the Divine Star Dancers, who performed to perfection.

In addition, five elders who are important bearers of history and culture were honoured for their tremendous support and promotion of African cultures.

They were Jean Britton Waldron Williams, Rudy Guyan, Dr Maxine Aaron Parris Goring, Penda Guyan and Anetha Daniels. They all were given plaques in appreciation for their hard and continuous work.

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