Aisha Nabukeera in Miss Uganda finals

Ms Aisha Nabukeera. Photo by Abubaker Lubowa

Scalded by her step mother nine years ago, Aisha Nabukeera has risen above odds and is now headed for the prestigious Miss Uganda crown.

Aisha managed to pass the auditions on Tuesday at Guvnor and was yesterday among the beauties selected to proceed to the Miss Uganda boot camp.

Mr Frank Gashumba, her foster father welcomed the news and said he will support Aisha and hope that the rest of the people also support and pray for her.

Ms Aisha Nabukeera and other contestants being unveiled at Serena Katonga Hall in Kampala on Thursday night. Photo by Abubaker Lubowa

"As Amama Mbabazi declares his Presidential Bid, our own miracle girl Aisha Nabukeera is officially running for MISS UGANDA 2015-2016," Mr Gashumba wrote on his official Facebook page.

"Aisha will have all my support during the contest. I hope you guys support her and also pray for her," he added.

The Miss Uganda finals are due to take place on July 10 at Kampala Serena Hotel.