This year’s summit, themed “To The Power of 10: The Rule-Breakers In Africa’s Next Chapter,” honored women who are breaking barriers and pushing boundaries in their respective fields. The awards ceremony was a celebration of female excellence, resilience, and achievement.
The winners of this year’s awards include:-
- Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, who received the Lifetime Achievement Award for her outstanding contributions to global economic development and women’s empowerment.
- Tiwa Savage, who was awarded the Media Icon Award for her trailblazing work in the music industry and her commitment to empowering women and girls.
- Nissi Ogulu, who received the Youth Icon Award for her innovative work in the automotive industry and her passion for inspiring young women to pursue careers in STEM fields.
- Hephzibah Akinwale, who earned the Next Generation Award for her outstanding achievements in the field of technology and innovation.
- Eniola Shokunbi, who was acknowledged with the Young Achiever Award for her remarkable work in the field of entrepreneurship and business leadership.
Other notable winners include Wanjira Mathai, who received the Social Impact Award; Dr. Adriana Marais, who was awarded the Academic Excellence Award; and Sarah Hassan, who received the Entertainer of the Year Award.
The Forbes Women Africa Awards are a testament to the power and resilience of women across Africa and beyond. The awards ceremony was a celebration of female excellence and a reminder that women are driving positive change and innovation in all sectors of society.