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Elona
A specialised educator who volunteers with the Restos du Cœur, she carried Namur's colours all the way to the Miss Belgique 2026 final.
Text The info-shooting editorial team
Photos Maxime Carlier
Based on the article published by info-lux.com in February 2026
Two years after a first attempt, Elona Francotte returns to the pageant more determined and more confident. In February 2026, she represents the Province of Namur at the Miss Belgique final, as first runner-up to Miss Namur.
The national final takes place on 21 February 2026 in La Panne. She turns 24 the next day, so for her a win would carry real symbolic weight.
A youth worker before becoming Miss
Elona holds an A1 diploma in specialised education. She has worked with people with disabilities, notably at Le Chantoir, an experience that sharpened her listening skills and patience.
In Namur, she volunteers with the Restos du Cœur and takes part in initiatives such as the Caddie food-collection drive. She has also been a host family for children from her province and for the association Les Enfants de Tchernobyl.
Her commitment extends to fighting poverty and supporting PELICANO. Concerned by the fight against cancer, she wanted to use the visibility of Miss Belgique to champion the human causes close to her heart.
Photography, dance and family
Outside her commitments, Elona is passionate about photography and dance. Her family holds an essential place in her life.
She stands for simplicity and approachability.
Ambassador for Namur
From Andenne, Elona grew up and studied in the Namur area and says she is proud to represent her province. If elected Miss Belgique, she wanted to showcase local heritage: the Citadel of Namur, and the Namur stilt-fighters (échasseurs), recognised by UNESCO.
She also wanted to promote the region's cultural and social initiatives, such as the projects of the non-profit KIKK.
Since being elected first runner-up, she has noticed real personal growth. More at ease on stage and more confident, she approaches the national final with gratitude and enthusiasm.
Model profile: Elona on info-shooting. To propose a photo shoot or casting, write to the editorial team, who will pass it on.
Photographer: Maxime Carlier’s portfolio.
On info-lux.com (in French): Miss Namur 2026 > Runner-up > Elona Francotte (February 2026).
Sources: portrait published by info-lux.com on 14 February 2026; date of the national final taken from the other contestant portraits published by info-lux.com in February 2026. Each photo is credited in its caption.
