In contrast, other sources indicate that The Look Company’s licence to operate the pageant was officially revoked by the National Arts Council of Tanzania (BASATA) earlier in 2025 due to non‑compliance with statutory requirements  including licence renewal failures, missing documentation, and failure to send a representative to the Miss World contest. 

This split in messaging has prompted speculation: has Miss Tanzania lost the Miss World national affiliation entirely? If so, the implications are significant, not only for the current titleholders but also for the future of the pageant as a national institution. With two seemingly competing Instagram accounts claiming different mandates, confusion permeates fan forums and industry circles alike.

Observers suggest that until a definitive statement comes from BASATA or the parent Miss World organisation clarifies franchise ownership, the exact status of Miss Tanzania remains uncertain. The 2026 relaunch announcement may be the result of behind‑the‑scenes negotiations, waiting for regulatory approvals, or even rebranding efforts under a new franchise holder.

As the pageantry community watches closely, the big question remains: who will hold the rights to send Tanzania’s next queen to the global stage, and under what banner?