Former Sauti Sol personal assistant Said Hussein is vying for the hotly contested title of Mr Africa International which will be held in Lagos, Nigeria.

The event that will be held from December 3 to December 9 will see him battle 20 other contestants from other African countries.

The lad who is a familiar face in celebrity circles promises to bring the title home because he believes that he's got the confidence, brains, discipline and stamina to beat out all the other hunks!

However, the attractive model didn't let the negativity get to him.

''As much as I got discouraged by so many people, I believed in myself and all that it took to prepare for this pageant.''

He promises to help the youths in Malindi to stop the addiction and encourage them to school and focus on their dreams instead of taking drugs . In addition, the lad hopes to win and help establish a school in Malindi for special children.

BY SEDELLAR RIGHA