{"id":59,"date":"2025-07-10T09:33:07","date_gmt":"2025-07-10T09:33:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mrgaynamibia.com\/?page_id=59"},"modified":"2026-02-18T13:51:47","modified_gmt":"2026-02-18T13:51:47","slug":"mrgna-2026-entries","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/mrgaynamibia.com\/?page_id=59","title":{"rendered":"2026 ENTRIES"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-kubio-color-5-background-color has-background\" style=\"min-height:0vh;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-62984afa wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading alignwide has-text-align-center has-xx-large-font-size\" style=\"margin-right:0;margin-left:0;padding-right:0;padding-left:0\"><strong>HOW TO ENTER<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-paragraph\">Please read instructions carefully.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>STEP 1:<\/strong> Read entry guidelines below and <a href=\"https:\/\/mrgaynamibia.com\/?page_id=253\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"253\">Terms &amp; Conditions<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>STEP 2:<\/strong> Complete personal details below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>STEP 3: <\/strong>Submit your details &amp; keep an eye on your emails.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>STEP 4:<\/strong> Submit your Image &amp; Entry Video<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>NOTE:<\/strong> THIS IS NOT AN APPLICATION FORM. You will SUBMIT your FORMAL ENTRY once we contact you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center is-style-text-display wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>COMPLETE FORM<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-jotform wp-block-embed-jotform\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe style=\"width: 100%; max-width: 500px;\" height=\"539px\" src=\"https:\/\/oembed.jotform.com\/252145342154045\" sandbox=\"allow-forms allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-top-navigation allow-popups allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center is-style-text-annotation wp-block-paragraph\">IMAGE REQUIREMENTS:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Images should not be:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u2018Selfies\u2019 or<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>With other people or<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Screenshots or<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Low resolution or in .pdf or .doc format<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-text-annotation wp-block-paragraph\">ENTRY VIDEO REQUIREMENTS<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your video must be filmed in landscape mode.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Video must be in color.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You need to cover the following in your entry. Name, surname, age, region you are representing and why you should be Mr Gay Namibia 2026.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your video must no exceed 60 seconds of length.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>YOUR ENTRY IS INVALID SHOULD YOU NOT UPLOAD YOUR ENTRY VIDEO.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading alignwide has-text-align-center has-xx-large-font-size\" style=\"margin-right:0;margin-left:0;padding-right:0;padding-left:0\"><strong>ELIGIBILITY GUIDELINES<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>To qualify as a contestant for Mr Gay Namibia 2026, applicants must meet the following criteria:<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Age Requirement<\/strong><br>Must be at least 18 years old and not older than 40 years at the time of entry.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Citizenship<\/strong><br>Must be a Namibian citizen or have permanent residency in Namibia.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dual citizens may apply, provided they hold valid Namibian documentation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Identity and Representation<br>Must identify as male and a member of the LGBTQ+ community.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Must be comfortable representing LGBTQ+ rights and visibility on national and international platforms.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Character &amp; Conduct<\/strong><br>Must have a reputation of integrity, dignity, and good character.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Must not have any record of criminal conviction or ongoing legal disputes that may bring disrepute to the title.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Must agree to abide by the code of conduct and uphold the values of inclusivity, respect, and professionalism.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Health &amp; Wellbeing<\/strong><br>Must be in good mental and physical health to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the titleholder.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Must not currently suffer from any condition that would prohibit full participation in the program or public duties.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Commitment &amp; Availability<\/strong><br>Must be available to commit to the full duration of the competition, including:<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pre-pageant events<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Workshops<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Public appearances<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Community service projects<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Post-crowning responsibilities (if selected)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Advocacy &amp; Purpose<\/strong><br>Must demonstrate a genuine interest in LGBTQ+ advocacy, community upliftment, and social development.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Should possess a clear personal vision or campaign that aligns with the values of Mr Gay Namibia.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Online &amp; Public Presence<\/strong><br>Must have responsible social media conduct and agree to a review of all online activity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Must not have participated in any content that may be deemed explicit, discriminatory, or harmful to the LGBTQ+ community or general public.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Previous Participation<\/strong><br>Former finalists may re-enter, unless they have previously won the Mr Gay Namibia title.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Agreement<\/strong><br>Must sign an official agreement and release form, including media consent and endorsement obligations if selected.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>HOW TO ENTER Please read instructions carefully. STEP 1: Read entry guidelines below and Terms &amp; Conditions STEP 2: Complete personal details below. STEP 3: Submit your details &amp; keep an eye on your emails. STEP 4: Submit your Image &amp; Entry Video NOTE: THIS IS NOT AN APPLICATION FORM. 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