Overview
- Olivia Yacé, the fourth runner-up at Miss Universe 2025, resigned her Miss Universe Africa & Oceania title and ended future affiliation with the organization.
- Yacé cited staying true to values such as respect, dignity, excellence and equal opportunity, calling the role a diminished platform for her advocacy.
- The Miss Côte d’Ivoire Committee confirmed her withdrawal and said she will formally return her Africa & Oceania sash.
- MUO owner Raul Rocha said in a livestream that extensive visa requirements for Côte d’Ivoire were a factor in why Yacé could not be the overall winner, drawing criticism from contestants.
- Guadeloupe’s Ophély Mézino condemned the visa explanation as disrespectful, as broader controversies continue over judge resignations, a viral confrontation with Miss Mexico and MUO’s denial of rigging claims.