Pearl Nyarko Mensah wins Miss Malaika 2017[/caption] Pearl Nyarko Mensah, a 25-year-old student of the University of Ghana was crowned Miss Malaika 2017 on Saturday night, after weeks of auditions and grooming.  Pearl who is pursuing an M.Phil. degree at Legon, beat 9 other delectable young ladies to become the 15th Miss Malaika queen. [caption id="attachment_114999" align="aligncenter" width="768"] Miss Malaika 2017, Pearl Nyarko Mensah with runners-up Vanessa and Helen[/caption] In second place was Vanessa Xola Donkor, a 22-year-old student from University of Ghana, followed by Helen Cudjoe Yevu in third place. [caption id="attachment_114997" align="aligncenter" width="1000"] Miss Malaika 2017 Top 5, Vanessa, Pearl, Helen, Keila, and Eleanor[/caption] The night saw performances from Kidi, King Promise, Adina and Ebony. There were also performances from judges’ top 5 pick for best talent, with Vanessa ultimately winning best talent. [caption id="attachment_115000" align="aligncenter" width="896"] Miss Malaika 2017 Pearl Nyarko Mensah picks up Key to her brand new Renault car[/caption] Judges on the night included John Dumelo, Naa Ashorkor, and Becca. [caption id="attachment_114993" align="aligncenter" width="1000"] Pearl Nyarko Mensah wins Miss Malaika 2017[/caption]]]>