The African Humanitarian Awards 2025, a much anticipated event dedicated to recognising the continent’s most impactful humanitarians, is set to be held in Lagos, come January 2025.
The event was officially launched at the UDS Guest House in Accra, Ghana, on recently. The launch event, organised by a prominent community magazine based in Lagos, Elgee Info Media, attracted significant attention from the media and key players in Ghana’s humanitarian sector.
The Awards ceremony, which will span over two days in January 2025, is set to be a landmark celebration of those making a difference across Africa. The first day of the event, January 26, 2025, has been dubbed “Humanitarian Day.” This day will feature Africa’s largest humanitarian fair, offering practical support to the continent’s most vulnerable populations. NGOs from various sectors will participate, providing free services such as wheelchairs, eyeglasses, medicines, food and clothing to those in need. The second day, January 28, 2025, will culminate in the grand awards ceremony, where individuals and organisations excelling in various humanitarian fields will be honoured.
Categories include Education, Healthcare, Poverty Alleviation, Empowerment of Women and Girls, Environmental Sustainability, Peace Building and Conflict Resolution, Humanitarian Innovation, amongs several others. A special Lifetime Achievement Award and recognition for Companies with Humanitarian Achievements are also among the highlights.
Speaking at the launch, the Founder and Chairperson of the African Humanitarian Awards, Samuel Akinyemi, hinted the importance of recognising those who have shown exceptional selflessness, resilience, and compassion.
“In these challenging times, celebrating those who are making a positive impact is crucial. Their work not only changes lives but also serves as an inspiration for others to act in the spirit of Ubuntu—our shared humanity. This event aims to shine a light on Africa’s unsung heroes who are creating ripples of positive change across the continent,” Akinyemi said.
Nominations for the awards are currently open and will close on October 30, 2024. Interested individuals are encouraged to nominate deserving candidates by visiting the official website, www.africanhumanitarianawards.com.
Organisers say the ceremony is expected to draw high-profile participation, with African First Ladies among the notable attendees. Confirmed guests include the First Lady of Nigeria, Her Excellency Senator Oluremi Tinubu; H.E. Dominique Quattara, First Lady of Cote d’Ivoire; H.E. Rebecca Akufo-Addo, First Lady of Ghana; and H.E. Jeannette Kagame, First Lady of Rwanda, among others.
A panel of distinguished experts will oversee the selection process, ensuring that the awards are granted to the most deserving recipients. The event, to be held at Eko Hotel and National Stadium in Surulere, Lagos, promises to be a gathering of influential figures from across the continent, including government officials, philanthropists, corporate leaders, and international dignitaries.
The African Humanitarian Awards 2025 aim to foster partnerships and collaborations that promote sustainable development across Africa, highlighting the innovative solutions being championed by individuals and organisations dedicated to improving lives.
The public is invited to join the conversation on social media using the hashtag #AfricanHumanitarianAward and to submit nominations through the official website.
