LIYOLE ZOKO : CROWNED JUNIOR QUEEN AND FACE OF YASEMBO AT MISS EMBO 2025/26
Bizana, Eastern Cape – At just 12 years old, Liyole Zoko has etched her name into the annals of Miss Embo history, dazzling judges and audiences alike to claim the esteemed Junior Queen title and the coveted Face of Yasembo accolade at the Miss Embo 2025/26 pageant. Hailing from the Lukholo community in Bizana, Eastern Cape, Liyole is a vibrant grade 7 learner at Didi SPS, embodying youthful exuberance and poise.
Liyole’s dual triumph – Junior Queen and Face of Yasembo – underscores her exceptional talent and charisma. Being named Face of Yasembo is particularly significant, positioning her as a representative visage of Yasembo Empire, the esteemed organization behind Miss Embo.
“I am deeply grateful for the unwavering support of my mother and her friends, as well as the friends of my family,” Liyole expresses heartfelt appreciation, highlighting the pivotal role of loved ones in nurturing her aspirations.
The Miss Embo 2025/26 celebration saw other outstanding young women share in the honors, including Senior Queen Babalwa Dinga, who showcased remarkable growth from her Miss Personality 2024 win; Teen Queen Minentle Bixi ; Senior Runner-Up Asiphe Senzela ; Teen Runner-Up Nonjabulo Chiya; Junior Runner-Up Owam Ntanjana; Public Choice Sisonke Khemani ; and Personality winner Awande Nkainkai.
Liyole’s achievement spotlights her potential and the nurturing environment of Yasembo Empire, aimed at empowering young women aged 7-25 towards cultural leadership and community engagement.