'I will be Mr Ugly till death'

Former Mr Ugly pageant winner William Masvinu has vowed to reclaim his title and reign till death.

Masvinu is adamant that he was robed of the title by reigning champion Maison Sere.

Masvinu says  he is the ugliest person on earth and no one will beat him.

"I had won that competition last year but they rigged the votes, Maison  is not as ugly as I am, he is only ugly when he opens his mouth," said a disgruntled Masvinu.

"I will get my title back and reign till the year 2020 but if I am not lenient with other contestants I will not retire and reign till death," he added

Masvinu emerged winner during the first round of this year's edition of the pageant held at Club RTS in Epworth last month, winning himself a ticket to battle in the Mr Ugly Harare finals to be held on a date yet to be announced.

The pageant which started in Zimbabwe has become a popular event and has attracted international media.