Do you know a woman whose achievements deserve recognition? Or are you leading a business that’s making a difference? Now is the time to nominate yourself or someone else for the AWIEF Awards 2026.
The Awards – open to women entrepreneurs across all African nations – includes entrepreneurs, founders, innovators, and business leaders who are making a meaningful impact across Africa through innovation, leadership, and job creation.
Selected finalists will pitch live at the AWIEF 2026 Conference in Cape Town, on 10 and 11 November 2026.
This year also introduces the Male Ally Award, recognising leaders who are championing women’s economic empowerment and advancing gender equality in business.
This year’s theme, Deep Roots. Digital Futures., challenges women-led ventures to harness deep technology not as an import, but as a tool grown from African soil, creating solutions that are locally rooted, globally relevant, and built for lasting impact.
Through mentorship, training, visibility, investor exposure, and access to opportunities, the programme empowers founders to accelerate their businesses and expand their impact.
Whether you’re building a bold idea, growing a startup, or scaling an existing venture, this is your opportunity to take the next step.
📅 Nominations close: 3 August 2026 (11:59 PM CAT).
🔗 Submit your nomination here.