Finalists Unveiled for the 2025 AWIEF Awards

Meet the Trailblazers: 2025 AWIEF Awards Finalists Revealed!


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The Africa Women Innovation & Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) has revealed the distinguished finalists for the 2025 AWIEF Awards.

As a highlight of the annual AWIEF Conference, these awards honor exceptional women entrepreneurs and business pioneers from across Africa. The initiative aims to recognize those who are pioneering innovation, establishing impactful enterprises, promoting gender parity, and driving Africa’s inclusive economic progress and sustainable future.

“The AWIEF Awards serve as a vital platform to celebrate women whose creativity, determination, and leadership are molding Africa’s tomorrow,” stated Irene Ochem, Founder and CEO of AWIEF. “Our 2025 finalists truly represent the transformative influence women entrepreneurs have in fostering a more equitable, sustainable, and thriving continent.”

This year’s nominees were carefully chosen by a global panel of experts from a competitive array of candidates spanning multiple industries, including technology, agriculture, renewable energy, creative sectors, and social ventures. Their stories highlight the perseverance, innovation, and leadership that African women bring to shaping the continent’s future.

2025 AWIEF AWARDS FINALISTS (in alphabetical order)

  • Young Entrepreneur Award
  • Norah Kimathi – Kenya
  • Enyo Kossiwa Midjresso-Amouzou – Togo
  • Chisom Victory Okorie – Nigeria
  • Empowerment Award
  • Mathildah Amollo – Kenya
  • Naima Mohamed – Somalia
  • Mampho Sotshongaye – South Africa
  • Energy Entrepreneur Award
  • Chenez Henderson – South Africa
  • Rufaro Marufu – Zimbabwe
  • Nidal Tafah – Morocco
  • Creative Industry Award
  • Mahlet Afework – Ethiopia
  • Stella Ndekile – Nigeria
  • Soraya da Piedade – Angola
  • Social Entrepreneur Award
  • Farana Boodhram – South Africa
  • Naom Monari – Kenya
  • Barbara Nabigambo – Uganda
  • Agri Entrepreneur Award
  • Linda Davis – Kenya
  • Ruth Ede – Nigeria
  • Millicent Okumu – Kenya
  • Josephine Takundwa – Zimbabwe
  • Tech Entrepreneur Award
  • Vivian Arinaitwe – Uganda
  • Maryanne Gichanga – Kenya
  • Naledi Magowe – Botswana

Celebrating Africa’s Women Trailblazers

The AWIEF Awards persist in spotlighting women-led innovation and entrepreneurship throughout Africa, applauding those who not only build thriving businesses but also generate meaningful social and economic change within their communities and beyond.

Be Part of AWIEF2025

The winners of the 2025 AWIEF Awards will be announced during a gala ceremony held alongside the AWIEF Conference and Exhibition, scheduled for 30 – 31 October 2025 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) in Cape Town, South Africa.

This event offers a unique chance to engage with women entrepreneurs, policymakers, investors, and business leaders from across the continent.

Secure your delegate ticket and register for AWIEF2025 by clicking here.
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