Miss Côte d’Ivoire Universe 2025 Olivia Manuela Yacé has stepped down from her continental title as Miss Universe Africa and Oceania, announcing she is severing all ties with the Miss Universe Organization following the coronation night held in Bangkok, Thailand on November 21.

In a detailed statement, Yacé said her decision was driven by her commitment to uphold the personal values that have guided her journey—respect, dignity, excellence, and equal opportunity.

Yacé, who represented Côte d’Ivoire at the global pageant, said the experience showed her that she was capable of excelling amid challenges but emphasized the importance of staying grounded in her principles.

“With a heart full of gratitude and profound respect, I hereby announce my resignation from the title of Miss Universe Africa and Oceania, as well as from any future affiliation with the Miss Universe Committee,” she said.

In her message, she congratulated the newly crowned Miss Universe 2025, Mexico’s Fatima Bosch and extended well-wishes to Miss Universe Jamaica, expressing hope for her speedy recovery.

Yacé concluded her resignation statement by thanking supporters and reaffirming her resolve to continue uplifting and inspiring others beyond the pageant stage.

“It’s time for Africa,” she wrote, signing off with love and respect.

ICYMI: Top 5 Results at Miss Universe 2025

The resignation comes after Yacé secured a strong finish in the recently concluded beauty pageant The final Top 5 placements were:

• Fátima Bosch (Mexico) – Miss Universe 2025

• Praveenar Singh (Thailand) – 1st Runner-up

• Stephany Abasali (Venezuela) – 2nd Runner-up

• Ahtisa Manalo (Philippines) – 3rd Runner-up

• Olivia Manuela Yacé (Côte d’Ivoire) – 4th Runner-up

Her departure marks one of the most notable post-coronation resignations in recent Miss Universe history, prompting ongoing discussions within the pageant community.