Olivia Yacé, the representative of Côte d’Ivoire, has officially stepped down from her role as Miss Universe Africa and Oceania. The Miss Côte d’Ivoire Committee confirmed the decision on November 24, 2025, stating that Yacé would relinquish all titles and mandates issued by the Miss Universe organization. The committee emphasized that her sash would be returned as a testament to this mutual agreement. Yacé, who secured the fourth runner-up position at the Miss Universe 2025 pageant in Bangkok, cited personal principles as the driving force behind her resignation. In a heartfelt social media post, she expressed her commitment to values such as respect, dignity, excellence, and equal opportunity. She also highlighted her desire to serve as a role model for young women, particularly in African and Afro-descendant communities, encouraging them to defy limitations and amplify their voices. Yacé concluded her statement with gratitude, vowing to continue her journey with determination and a renewed focus on empowerment. Her resignation coincides with ongoing controversy surrounding the 74th Miss Universe pageant. Omar Harfouch, a judge who resigned days before the event, labeled the winner, Fátima Bosch, as a ‘fake Miss Universe’ and alleged irregularities in the selection process. Accusations also surfaced linking Miss Universe Organization President Raúl Rocha’s business dealings with Pemex to the pageant results. Rocha vehemently denied these claims, asserting that his company’s contract with Pemex was secured through a competitive process unrelated to the Bosch family or the competition.