The competition which pits a group of ‘aesthetically challenged’
men against each other in a contest to win the title of ‘Mr Ugly Harare’
was first held in 2011 and although it received a lot of criticism at
the time it has since gained more popularity.
This year the participants were reportedly rewarded with overalls, safety shoes and rain coat.
The
first runner up, Benny Chakanyuka also received US$100 (N16,000) while
the second runner up Funny Musekiwa walked away with US$50 (N8000) and
groceries.
Along with the crown and prize money,
the grand prize winner also won a year’s school fees for one of his
children, a prize his wife was very happy about.
Speaking
to Allafrica.com about the preparation process he went for the
contests, Masvinu said no preparation was needed because it all came
naturally for him.
“My ugliness comes naturally to
me and although I did a bit to prepare for the show, I let them do the
rest,” he was quoted saying.
“A bit of choreography
together with his funny clothing helped him on stage but it was all
minimum effort,” his manager, Michael Gundo, said.
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