Awards

Description

This award is presented to a major player for their exceptional leadership, vision, and action in favour of the development of the African continent.

Winners

Abdoul Salam Bello

2024

Abdoul Salam Bello, Executive Director of the World Bank's Group II, for his active role in improving the economic performance of African countries, thereby contributing to the prosperity and sustainable development of the continent.

Diene Keita

2024

Diene Keita, Deputy Executive Director of UNFPA, for her decisive action in promoting gender equality and the empowerment of women and young people through innovative programmes.

George Agyekum Donkor

2023

The African Development Champion Rebranding Award 2023 was awarded to Mr George Agyekum Donkor, President of the BIDC.

Abdoulaye Bio Tchané

2022

And 2022, for his footprint and his significant contribution to the implementation of the National Development Plan «Benin Revealed», which now places Benin in the category of middle-income countries with the best growth within the UEMOA, the jury has decided to reward Abdoulaye Bio Tchané is the Minister of State in charge of Development and Government Action of the Republic of Benin.

Serge Ekué

2021

And 2021, the jury awarded this prize to Serge Ekué, President of the West African Development Bank (BOAD).

Lassina Zerbo

2019

And 2019, the prize was awarded to Lassina Zerbo, Executive Secretary of the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organisation (CTBTO), for his actions taken within the framework of the adoption of a universal treaty for the comprehensive prohibition of nuclear-test-ban treaties (CTBT).

Makhtar Diop

2018

And 2018, the price returned to Makhtar Diop, vice-president of the World Bank for Sub-Saharan Africa. He has led numerous development projects for the benefit of the African continent.

Thierry Zomahoun

2017

During the 4th edition of the Rebranding Africa Forum on 6 October 2017, this prize was awarded to the President of the Next Einstein Initiative., Thierry Zomahoun, to congratulate them on their initiative to support Africa's development by training future African geniuses.

Carlos Lopes

2016

And 2016, it's Carlos Lopes, former Executive Secretary of the UN Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) who was honoured for his commitment to endogenous development on the continent and the mobilisation of its domestic resources.

Kandeh Yumkella

2015

And 2015, the prize went back to the Sierra Leonean Kandeh Yumkella, former Director General of the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) for his exceptional contribution to sustainable energy on the African continent.

Donald Kaberuka

2014

In 2014, the Rwandan Donald Kaberuka, has been recognised for his leadership at the helm of the African Development Bank and his work for the development of the African continent.

Description

This prize honours an exceptional career and highlights the invaluable contribution of a man or woman who has significantly driven development and emergence throughout their career.

Winners

Salif Traoré

2024

And 2024, the jury consequently awarded this prize to Salif Traoré, alias A'Salfo, leader of the Magic System Group and President of the Magic System Foundation.

Henri Lopes

2023

The Lifetime Achievement Rebranding Africa Award 2023 has been awarded to the Congolese writer and politician, the late. His rich writings established him as a major figure in French-language literature. He was also a thinker on the «Africas» which he explored and shaped in his various literary works.

André Flahaut

2022

And 2022, André Flahaut, Minister of State and Honorary President of the Chamber of Representatives (Kingdom of Belgium) has been designated laureate to acknowledge his rich political career, his commitment to humanist values, and his invaluable dedication to strengthening relations between Belgium and the African continent.

Cheick SANOU

2021

Cheick SANOU alias Iron Biby. Holder of several world records in the discipline of weightlifting, in recognition of his brilliant sporting career which is a source of inspiration and pride for young Africans, and to highlight his invaluable contribution to the radiance of Burkina Faso.

Hugues Fabrice Zango

2021

Hugues Fabrice Zango, Doctoral student in electrical engineering and professional triple jumper.

Salif Keita

2019

And 2019, Salif Keita, Artist and Founder of the Salif Keita Global Foundation, was presented with this award in recognition of his immense musical career and his social commitment through his foundation, which works to improve the living conditions of people with albinism in Africa.

Kofi Annan

2018

And 2018, the award was given posthumously to Kofi Annan, former Secretary-General of the United Nations (1997-2006). He devoted his leadership and experience to peace in Africa throughout his long career.

Samuel Eto'o

2017

And 2017, the prize was awarded to the football star, a four-time winner of the African Ballon d'Or, Samuel Eto'o.

Godfrey Nzamujo

2016

And 2016, this prize went to Fr. Godfrey Nzamujo, Director of the Songhai Regional Centre for his diverse research on development focusing on, among other things, sustainable agriculture, renewable energies and soil fertilisation.

Manu Dibango

2015

Following him, the famous Cameroonian saxophonist, the late Manu Dibango, considered the pioneer of afro-jazz, was honoured in 2015.

Gervais Koffi Djondo

2014

And 2014, this is the eminent contribution of the Togolese Gervais Koffi Djondo, Honorary President of the pan-African banking group Ecobank and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the airline company Asky.

Description

This prize is awarded to a woman (or group of women) involved in the implementation of projects promoting emergence and development.

Winners

Lydia Mutyebele

2024

The Honourable Lydia Mutyebele, Member of the Federal Parliament of Belgium, awarded for her community and political commitment. The first woman of African origin elected to this position, she is a powerful symbol for the diasporas of Africa and the Caribbean, inspiring with her journey and dedication to the community.

Judith Suminwa Tuluka

2024

S.E. Madame Judith Suminwa Tuluka, Prime Minister of the Democratic Republic of Congo, recognised for her exceptional commitment. A brilliant economist, she embodies a model of excellence and inspiration for women in her country and beyond, putting her courage and knowledge of the territories at the service of the nation.

Kanayo Awani

2023

The Empowering Women Rebranding Africa Award 2023 has been awarded to Kanayo Awani, Executive Vice President of Afreximbank.

Apolline Traoré

2022

Apolline Traoré, She was recognised for her undeniable leadership in the world of African cinema and her immense cinematic talent, which for several years has highlighted the daily struggles of women for the emergence of the African continent. The success of her recent films «Frontières» and «Desrances» places the alumna of the prestigious Emerson College of Art in Boston, USA, among the female icons of African cinema. Apolline Traoré is also the Ambassador of the National Museum of Burkina Faso.

Nafissatou Thiam

2022

Nafissatou Thiam has been awarded for her exceptional journey, her unparalleled performances in the world of global athletics and for her brilliant human qualities which place her as a role model for many young Africans and Europeans seeking a benchmark.

Sika Kaboré

2021

And 2021 it was awarded to Sika Kaboré, President of the KIMI Foundation & wife of the then President of Faso. This award was presented to her for her invaluable contribution to the promotion and empowerment of women in her country, as well as for her leadership in the fight against Cancer and Female Genital Mutilation.

Marie Arena

2019

And 2019, Marie Arena, President of the Subcommittee on Human Rights of the European Parliament, received the Empowering Women Rebranding Award for her hard work in adopting legislation on conflict minerals, commonly known as «blood minerals».

Rosine Coulibaly/Sori

2018

And 2018, the prize was awarded to Rosine Coulibaly/Sori, Minister of Economy, Finance and Development of Burkina Faso and former United Nations official. She has tackled numerous development challenges and has contributed through her example to promoting gender equality.

Natalia Kanem

2017

And 2017, the prize was awarded to the Executive Director of the United Nations Population Fund, Natalia Kanem, his leadership in popularising the concept of the demographic dividend and his invaluable contribution to reproductive health issues.

Cécile Kyenge

2016

Cécile Kyenge, MEP and former Italian Minister for Integration, received this award in 2016, for the struggle for integration and the fight against racism.

Elisabeth Medou

2015

And 2015, it was attributed to Elisabeth Medou, Managing Director of Orange Cameroon and the first African woman to hold a senior position at the French operator.

Jjiguene Tech Hub

2014

This trophy was awarded, in 2014, to «Jjiguene Tech Hub »Co-founded by Marième Jamme, a 100%-female project set up in Dakar, Senegal, which works on training and teaching women the basics of computer science.

Description

This trophy highlights the formidable work of the press and notably rewards the media outlet that has distinguished itself through its actions in favour of the African continent.

Winners

Christian Lusakueno

2024

And 2024, the «Media Leadership Award» was presented to Christian Lusakueno, Director of Radio Top Congo, for his professionalism, his competence recognised by his peers in the Democratic Republic of Congo, and his leadership at the head of the media he created.

Seidik Abba

2022

And 2022, Seidik Abba, the journalist has received the award to recognise their brilliant journalistic career and invaluable contribution to understanding the security crisis in the Sahel and the Lake Chad Basin, through various reference works.

Hamadou Tidiane SY

2021

Hamadou Tidiane SY, is the winner of the «Media Leadership Rebranding Africa Award» from the Rebranding Africa Forum 2021. An experienced journalist whose professionalism and competence are unanimously recognised by his peers. His press group's contribution is invaluable to the African media landscape. This award recognises his leadership in training journalists and communicators in his country, Senegal.

Jean-Baptiste Placca

2019

And 2019, it is to Jean-Baptiste Placca, opinion writer for Radio France Internationale, who was presented with the Media Leadership Rebranding Africa Award for his exceptional career in journalism.

Alain Foka

2018

And 2018, the prize was awarded to Alain Foka, then a journalist at Radio France Internationale (RFI), producer and presenter of the programme «Archives d'Afrique». He contributed to the enhancement of African memory.

Denise Epote

2017

For her exceptional professional career and her contribution to the influence of the African continent through the shows she hosted and produced, Denise Epote, Director of TV5 Monde Afrique was the winner 2017 for this price.

Francis Laloupo

2016

And 2016, it was awarded to the Journalist, Professor of Geopolitics at the Practical Institute of Journalism (Paris Dauphine) Francis Laloupo for his relevant broadcasts on Africa N°1 radio.

Private media in Burundi

2015

And 2015, this distinction went to Burundi private media, who « they resist with heroism and professionalism and continue to report on the dramatic behind-closed-doors situation their country is experiencing ».

Constant Nemalé

2014

The first recipient of this prize was Constant Nemalé, CEO of Africa24 television, who brandished it in 2014, for having managed to establish its media as one of the most useful communication vectors for the influence of the African continent.

Description

This award is intended to recognise the talent and genius of an African actor.

Winners

Amelie Gue

2021

And 2021 it's the turn of’ Amelie Gue, creator and presenter of AmiNet, a television programme dedicated to social networks and technological innovations. The laureate was chosen for the coherence of her project and her significant commitment in this 2.0 adventure.

Juveline Ngum

2019

Juveline Ngum Ngwa, CEO of BLEAGLEE, was the winner of Innovation Time 2019, thanks to its mining waste recycling project.

Flavien Kouatcha Simo

2018

And 2018, it was attributed to Flavien Kouatcha Simo, a young Cameroonian engineer and entrepreneur who founded the company Save Our Agriculture. His company uses a process called aquaponics, which naturally fertilises plants using fish waste. This technique saves, for example, 90% of the water wasted in traditional agriculture and reduces carbon emissions by 20%.

Fohla Mouftaou

2017

And 2017, it’s the turn of Fohla Mouftaou with the ecological project Green Keeper Africa which transforms water hyacinth into decontaminating fibres, with positive socio-economic and environmental impacts for the African continent.

Christian Toé

2016

And 2016, Christian Toé, CEO of Genuine Concept, won the award, thanks to his project Laafi Bag, a lightweight, autonomous refrigerated bag equipped with a photovoltaic module that allows for the conservation and temperature regulation within it in order to transport vaccines and other sensitive products to the most critical areas without interruption of the cold chain.

Awa Caba

2015

And 2015, it was the Senegalese woman's turn Awa Caba to be rewarded, for her e-project Sooretul, an online space for women involved in the transformation of local fruits and cereals, intended to boost the sale of their production.

Kenyan Evans Wadongo

2014

It was awarded in 2014 or Kenyan Evans Wadongo, a young computer engineer who has revolutionised the lives of thousands of rural dwellers in his country by designing thousands of solar lamps to replace more expensive kerosene.

Description

Introduced during the second edition of the RAF, in 2015, it aims to distinguish an actor whose approach, positioning and leadership have been particularly remarkable in the business world and/or favourable to African business.

Winners

Ngueto Yambaye

2024

And 2024, Ngueto Yambaye, Managing Director of the African Guarantee and Economic Cooperation Fund (AGECF) since July 2020. He was honoured for his ambitious strategic plan which led to an increase in guarantees from 380 billion to 1,500 billion FCFA, thus marking a significant turning point in support for African businesses.

Hani Salem Sonbol

2023

The Business Leadership Rebranding Africa Award 2023 has been awarded to Eng. Hani Salem Sonbol, CEO of ITFC.

Dr Sidi Ould TAH

2022

And 2022, Dr Sidi Ould TAH has been nominated for the Business Leadership Rebranding Africa Award due to his experience as Minister of Economy and Finance of Mauritania. His Doctorate in Economics reinforces his expertise in the economic development of Africa.

Simon Tiemtoré

2021

And 2021 it is Simon Tiemtoré, President and CEO of Vista Bank Group, who received this award. In a sector where competition is fierce, our 2021 laureate has, through their leadership, foresight, and deep knowledge of international financial circles, been able to offer a strong proposition to outperform their competitors.

Mahamadou Bonkoungou

2019

And 2019, the prize was awarded to Mahamadou Bonkoungou, CEO of EBOMAF BURKINA. to greet the « Success story made in Africa »as he embodies.

Apollinaire Compaore

2018

And 2018, it was attributed to Apollinaire Compaore, a Burkinabe businessman, who is a role model for the self-made man. In addition to his Planor Afrique group, which operates in the mobile telephony sector, he has just created the Wend Kuuni bank.

Michel Zouhair Fadoul

2017

For publishing 2017, it is up to the President of the Fadoul Group, Michel Zouhair Fadoul, to whom the prize was awarded, for his social conscience and his commitment to promoting employment on the continent.

Paul K. Fokam

2016

He distinguished, in 2016, Paul K. Fokam, President of the Afriland First Bank group for his business career. Starting from (almost) nothing, he has built an empire which, in addition to the banking group, ranges from a private university (PK Fokam Institute of Excellence) and an online television channel (Vox Africa), based in London, to a publishing house.

Henriette Kaboré

2015

And 2015, Henriette Kaboré, President of the House of Business of Burkina Faso and CEO of BTM Immo, who stands out in construction and public works, a sector dominated by men.

Description

Trophy of honour and recognition awarded to an African leader who has demonstrated their commitment to an Africa resolutely in tune with the challenges and changes of the current world.

Winners

Dr Tedros Ghebreyesus

2024

And 2024, Dr Tedros Ghebreyesus, Director-General of the World Health Organisation, has been recognised for his pivotal role in coordinating the global response to the Covid-19 pandemic and for his efforts towards equitable access to healthcare internationally.

S.E.Mm Julius Maada Bio

2023

And 2023 the prize was awarded to S.E.Mm Julius Maada Bio, President of the Republic of Sierra Leone.

Mustapha Niasse

2022

And 2022, to salute his exemplary leadership at the head of the National Assembly of Senegal from 2012 to 2022, his brilliant political career and his significant contribution to strengthening his country's democracy, the jury has decided to award Mustapha Niasse, Former President of the National Assembly of the Republic of Senegal.

His Excellency Mahamadou Issoufou

2021

The trophy was awarded in 2021 à S.E.M. Mahamadou Issoufou, former president of the Republic of Niger. Hailed by the Bretton Woods institutions as one of the continent's most reformist leaders, a champion of Pan-Africanism and a key architect of the African Continental Free Trade Area, HE Issoufou today leads the Issoufou Mahamadou Foundation – FIM, after having done honour to democracy in his country and across the African continent.

Struggle is life

2019

And 2019, Struggle is life, an economist and honorary Prime Minister of the Democratic Republic of Congo, received this award for his actions to revive his country's economy by re-establishing a climate favourable to business.

Nana Akufo-Addo

2018

And 2018, it was awarded to the President of Ghana Nana Akufo-Addo, who has waged a merciless fight against corruption. His bold choices make him a role model for political and economic good governance.

Alpha Condé

2017

The price has returned 2017, to the President of the Republic of Guinea Conakry, Alpha Condé, for his extraordinary ability to bring together and mobilise African countries around issues of common interest within the African Union, and for his leadership of his country, which he has masterfully repositioned on the world stage since taking office in 2010. .

Roch Marc Christian Kaboré

2016

And 2016, it's the then President of Faso, Roch Marc Christian Kaboré, who was honoured, notably for having brought peace back to his country after a period of great turbulence.

Macky Sall

2015

It was attributed, on 2015, to the then President of Senegal, Macky Sall, particularly for his extraordinary and exceptional ability to mobilise resources to finance the «Emerging Senegal Plan», considered on the continent as a model for development policy.

Description

Trophy of honour and recognition awarded to an African leader who has demonstrated their commitment to an Africa resolutely in tune with the challenges and changes of the current world.

Winners

Wamkele Mene

2024

Wamkele Mene, Secretary-General of AfCFTA, for their leadership and commitment at the helm of the African Continental Free Trade Area.

Edoh Kossi Amenounve

2024

Edoh Kossi Amenounve The Director General of the Regional Stock Exchange of the Uemoa, to acknowledge his essential role in the reforms of the Uemoa financial market and his exceptional leadership at the head of the BRVM, which he has helped to transform positively.

Patrice Melom

2023

Description

Winners

Amed Moussa Diallo

2024

And 2024, the «Loyalty Award» was established to celebrate the Forum's tenth anniversary, recognising the loyalty and commitment of an exemplary participant.

The prize was awarded to Amed Moussa Diallo, President of the African Institute of Management, who has attended every edition of the Rebranding Africa Forum since 2014.

Description

This award honours a personality whose journey and actions have had a lasting impact on Africa's development and image.

Winners

His Majesty Mouhammad Nabil Mforifoum Mbombo Njoya

2024

The Honour Trophy from the 10th edition of the Rebranding Africa Forum (2024) is awarded to a personality who embodies both tradition and modernity, and who makes economic openness a true mark of governance. Since October 2021, he has led the Bamoun kingdom in Cameroon with undeniable leadership.

The Jury has therefore chosen to honour His Majesty Mouhammad Nabil Mforifoum Mbombo Njoya, twentieth King of the Bamoun.