MISS UNIVERSE DRC 2025, DEBORAH DJEMA OFFICIALLY DETHRONED AMID CONTRACT DISPUTE

In a decisive and immediate move, the Miss Universe DR Congo organization has announced the dethronement of Déborah Djema, who had been previously named Miss Universe DR Congo 2025. The decision, as communicated through an official statement, was made due to her refusal to sign a contract deemed necessary by the organization for her participation and representation under the Miss Universe brand. As a result, Déborah Djema is no longer authorized to claim the title, exercise any rights associated with it, or affiliate herself with it in any form or capacity.

The organization clarified that its decision was in strict compliance with the global standards and rules set forth by the Miss Universe Organization. These regulations do not allow for individualized contracts tailored to a contestant’s personal preferences or needs. The organization expressed concern that any deviation from these rules could result in DR Congo being disqualified from the international competition, which necessitated the immediate enforcement of their rights to revoke the title. 

Further instructions were issued to Djema, explicitly prohibiting her from making any direct or indirect references to her former title, whether through personal branding, business affiliations, or related platforms. She has also been mandated to delete all content, including images, videos, or other media that depict her with any visual elements of the title such as the crown, sash, or official Miss Universe DR Congo logos. This directive extends to any past or future public appearances with other pageant titleholders where her association with the brand might be implied.


The organization emphasized that this removal must be reflected across all social media and digital platforms within 48 hours of the announcement. Failure to comply would trigger legal consequences, particularly involving intellectual property rights and potential financial liabilities for unauthorized use. The organization has reserved the right to pursue legal action without further notice should these terms be violated.


This announcement serves both as a public recognition of her dethronement and as a firm warning to ensure brand integrity and compliance with international standards. The revocation takes effect immediately.

September, 3rd 2025