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Lenesha Francis of Old Harbour crowned the first ever Miss Jamaica World Southern

Lenesha Francis of Old Harbour crowned the first ever Miss Jamaica World Southern

Most 17-year-old girls occupy their time with TikTok trends, social media, fashion and make-up tips as they immerse themselves in a world that revolves around them and their immediate needs. Not so for Lenesha Francis, an ambitious teenager with big dreams of improving not only her community of Old Harbour, but also the lives of its youth through the advancement of the performing arts and how it, in turn, can enhance the lives of its participants.

  • Sep 13, 2026 04:52 PM | News

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