The Empire Magazine Africa Awards is the continent’s most prestigious celebration of excellence, recognising bold visionaries, cultural leaders, and power players shaping the future of Africa’s luxury, business, and creative landscapes.

Curated by Empire Magazine Africa, the definitive voice of prestige where power meets polish, this awards platform elevates the individuals who don’t just appear in headlines, but define them. From C-suite executives and disruptive founders to techpreneurs, creatives, and elite tastemakers, this is where Africa’s most influential meet global recognition.

Who Can Be Nominated?

The awards are open to individuals and brands that exemplify:

• Exceptional leadership, innovation, or influence
• A strong track record of impact or transformation in their field
• A refined embodiment of Empire’s values: power, polish, and purpose

Nominees may include:

• Business leaders, entrepreneurs, and industry executives
• Tech founders, digital disruptors, and fintech innovators
• Luxury brand leaders, designers, and tastemakers
• Creatives and media personalities influencing global culture
• Philanthropists and public figures shaping Africa’s social fabric

Media Exposure & Prestige

Award recipients are profiled across Empire Magazine’s premium platforms and strategic media partners, positioning honourees at the forefront of Africa’s global influence narrative.