Nominations & Voting
Eligibility
- Open to leaders connected to Africa working in governance, business, technology, social impact, youth & women empowerment, or Pan-African unity — see the full category list.
- Nominees must show significant, verifiable contributions in their field.
- Third-party nominations and self-nominations are both accepted.
- Each submission is matched to a single award category.
Call for Nominations
An open call invites individuals and organizations to nominate leaders who have made significant, verifiable contributions in their field.
Review & Shortlisting
A panel of experts reviews every nomination and shortlists candidates based on impact, innovation, and leadership quality.
Public Voting
Shortlisted candidates go to a public vote, giving the community a direct say in the final awardees.
Final Selection
Awardees are confirmed by combining the public vote with the expert panel's evaluation, for a fair and credible result.
Announced Ahead Of Each Cycle
Nominations open on a rolling annual basis, with the exact window and deadline published in advance of each cycle. Check this page or our official channels for current dates.
How To Nominate
Online Nomination Form
Submit the nominee's details — name, biography, achievements, and category — through the official form.
Supporting Documents
Letters, references, or proof of achievement strengthen the case and speed up review.
Self-Nomination
Leaders may nominate themselves, with the same supporting documentation required.
Voting Process
Public Voting
Citizens vote online, with identity verification in place to prevent fraudulent votes.
Jury Voting
An independent expert panel selects winners against a stringent, published criteria set.
Voting Criteria
Judged on leadership impact, innovation, and demonstrated community influence.
Transparency & Fairness
Results are audited by an independent third party before they're made final.
Every result is audited by an independent third party before it's made final.