Mr Ugly – the world's weirdest beauty pageant

William Masvinu has held the title of Zimbabwe's ugliest man since 2011

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Fancy being Mr Universe but think it looks like a bit too much work? You could always try your luck in a less demanding contest by competing for the title of Mr Ugly, Zimbabwe's most unusual "beauty" pageant.

Held in a nightclub in the capital city, Harare, and sponsored by local businesses, Mr Ugly Zimbabwe has been an institution since 2011 – and despite attracting some criticism, only seems to be increasing in popularity.

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