Call for Nominations Now Open for the 2024 AWIEF Awards
We are thrilled to announce that nominations are officially open for the 2024 AWIEF Awards! This prestigious event celebrates the incredible achievements and contributions of women founders and entrepreneurs across Africa. The AWIEF Awards honor those who drive inclusive economic growth and development through their visionary leadership and innovative business practices.
Who We Are:
AWIEF (Africa Women Innovation & Entrepreneurship Forum) is a renowned pan-African organization dedicated to empowering women economically by closing gender gaps and promoting business leadership and entrepreneurship across the continent.
Why Nominate?Nominees for the AWIEF Awards should be emerging and established female entrepreneurs who have demonstrated outstanding vision, leadership, innovation, and business success. This is your chance to shine a spotlight on the incredible women making a difference in their industries and communities.
Categories
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- Young Entrepreneur Award: For exceptional young female entrepreneurs (ages 18-35) who have built successful and sustainable enterprises.
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- Tech Entrepreneur Award: Celebrating women who have leveraged technology to drive innovation and achieve significant impact.
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- Agri Entrepreneur Award: Honoring leaders in agriculture who contribute to food security and environmental sustainability.
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- Creative Industry Award: Recognizing excellence in film, music, entertainment, arts, fashion, and media.
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- Empowerment Award: For women who have made a profound impact in mentoring and empowering others.
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- Energy Entrepreneur Award: Highlighting achievements in the oil, gas, and renewable energy sectors.
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- Social Entrepreneur Award: For those who have developed innovative solutions to social issues.
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- Lifetime Achievement Award: Honoring women who have made enduring contributions across multiple areas or disciplines.
Save the Date:
The 2024 AWIEF Awards winners will be celebrated at a spectacular awards ceremony and gala dinner on November 29, 2024, at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC). This event will cap off the AWIEF2024 conference, which takes place on November 28-29, 2024.
How to Nominate:
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- Visit our nomination landing page.
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- Register an entrant profile by clicking “Submit an Entry.”Fill in the nomination form.
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- Click submit.
Nominations close on August 5, 2024, at 11:59 pm GMT. You can nominate yourself or someone else.
Judging:
Entries will be evaluated by an esteemed panel of international judges.
Join Us:
This is your chance to be part of a movement that recognizes and celebrates the incredible women entrepreneurs transforming Africa. Let’s honor those who lead with innovation, inspire with their achievements, and empower their communities.
For more details and to see past winners, click here. For any inquiries, please email us at [email protected].
