Nandy Fined KSh147,000 Over Outfit Worn at Miss Universe Tanzania Finale

Tanzanian singer Faustina Charles Mfinanga, popularly known as Nandy, has been fined Tsh3 million (approximately KSh147,000) by the National Arts Council of Tanzania (BASATA) over an outfit she wore while performing at the Miss Universe Tanzania 2026 finale.

BASATA said the incident occurred during the pageant’s grand finale held at Haddypro Hall in Dar es Salaam, where Nandy performed before an audience.

According to the council, Nandy admitted the offence and subsequently took steps to comply with its directives.

Nandy Removes Video and Pays Fine

BASATA said the singer removed the video related to the incident from her social media platforms and paid the Tsh3 million fine imposed by the council.

Following her compliance, Nandy has been allowed to resume her artistic activities.

However, BASATA said her activities will continue under supervision, as the council monitors compliance with Tanzania’s laws, regulations, guidelines and moral standards governing artistic performances.

The sanction comes as BASATA continues to enforce standards governing public artistic content and performances in Tanzania.

Miss Universe Tanzania Organiser Also Fined

BASATA also took action against Millen Privé & Co. Lifestyle Limited, the organiser of Miss Universe Tanzania.

The company was fined Tsh3 million and issued with a stern warning over the incident.

The council's action extends beyond individual performers to event organisers and other stakeholders involved in Tanzania's entertainment industry, highlighting their responsibility to ensure that artistic activities comply with applicable regulations.

BASATA Calls for Compliance

BASATA urged artists, event organisers and other stakeholders in the creative sector to observe Tanzania's laws, regulations and guidelines when conducting artistic activities.

The council also called on stakeholders to uphold what it described as Tanzanian moral standards in performances and other forms of artistic expression.

Nandy's case follows other recent enforcement actions by BASATA involving Tanzanian artists and creative-industry professionals, as the regulator continues to address conduct it considers inconsistent with the country's artistic and ethical standards.