Jasmine Djang, Sharaf Mahama's Girlfriend, Named Judge for 2026 Miss Malaika Pageant

• Jasmine Djang, the 2020 Miss Malaika winner and girlfriend of Sharaf Mahama, has taken on a new role at the pageant
• The former beauty queen appeared in a promotional video for the 2026 Miss Malaika edition, filmed at an outdoor garden-style venue in Accra
• Djang called on contestants to bring more than looks, saying she expects confidence, poise, and aura from this year's entrants

Jasmine Djang, the 2020 Miss Malaika beauty queen and girlfriend of Sharaf Mahama, son of Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama, has returned to the pageant that launched her public profile — this time as a judge for the 2026 edition.

The former queen appeared in a short promotional clip shared on Instagram, filmed in a lush, garden-style outdoor setting in Accra under "The Aura Season" branding.

In the video, Jasmine Djang stepped out of a car along a tree-lined driveway before speaking directly to the camera in an upbeat, celebratory tone about what she hopes to see from this year's contestants.

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Jasmine Djang sets her standard for contestants

Introducing herself as "Jasmine Djang, former Miss Malaika Queen", Djang made clear that winning the crown in 2026 will require far more than physical appearance.

"Today, it's not just about beauty. I'm expecting confidence, poise, very smart girls, and especially ladies with aura," she said, before adding, "Wishing them all the very best and have fun girls."

Her words reflect the pageant's stated theme for this cycle, "The Aura Season", which appeared to place personality, presence, and self-assurance at the centre of the competition.

The Instagram video announcing Jasmine Djang's new role as a 2026 Miss Malaika judge is below:

From Miss Malaika winner to pageant judge

Djang's transition from titleholder to judge marks a notable new chapter in her public journey.

Since winning Miss Malaika in 2020, she has maintained a visible presence in Ghanaian social circles, particularly following her relationship with Sharaf Mahama, which has drawn considerable public interest given his father's position as head of state.

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Jasmine has also excelled in her own business ventures as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Denmarja Home Care and founder of The Jasmine Foundation, a non-governmental organisation empowering women, inspiring leaders and making impact.

The 2020 Miss Malaika winner has also won several accolades, including the Entrepreneur of the Year at the 2024 edition of the Women’s Choice Award Africa.

Jasmine's appointment to the judging panel of the 2026 Miss Malaika Ghana pageant signals the organisers' confidence in her standing within the local entertainment and lifestyle space.

Jasmine Djang's Miss Malaika appointment stirs reactions

YEN.com.gh has gathered some comments from social media users below:

great_.jess commented:

"My favorite queen😍."

phenomenal_rose_ said:

"Future First Lady🔥❤️."

ray_iah wrote:

"When does it air on YouTube please? ❤️🔥."

Former Miss Malaika finalist graduates from university

Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported about former Miss Malaika contestant Olga Karyeen Aduama Goode, whose graduation from the University of Texas Health Science Centre at Houston School of Public Health captured widespread admiration online.

As a role model for young women, her journey underscored the powerful intersection of beauty, ambition, and education, reminding us that pursuing one’s passions can lead to meaningful change.

Source: YEN.com.gh