Finalists announced for AWIEF Awards

The Africa Women Innovation & Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) has announced the finalists for its annual AWIEF Awards. Held annually as part of the AWIEF Conference, the AWIEF Awards celebrate the achievements of women entrepreneurs and business leaders across the African continent. The aim is to shine a spotlight on women who are driving innovation, building impactful businesses, advancing gender equality, and contributing to Africa’s inclusive economic growth and sustainable development. “The AWIEF Awards are a powerful platform to honour women whose innovation, resilience, and leadership are shaping the future of Africa,” said Irene Ochem, AWIEF founder and CEO. “Our 2025 finalists embody the transformative role women entrepreneurs play in creating a more sustainable, inclusive, and prosperous Africa.” This year’s finalists were selected by an international panel of judges from a highly competitive pool of nominees spanning diverse sectors, from technology and agriculture to energy, creative industries, and social entrepreneurship. Their journeys exemplify the resilience, ingenuity, and leadership of African women shaping the future of the continent. AWIEF AWARDS 2025 FINALISTS 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 The post Finalists announced for AWIEF Awards appeared first on Disrupt Africa .