In a stirring move to shine a spotlight on outstanding tech talent across the continent, MOBEX Africa has officially kicked off the call for nominations for its much-anticipated 2025 Innovation Awards—widely regarded as Africa’s most prestigious recognition for digital ingenuity. With nominations accepted up to 18 September 2025, this announcement marks a rallying cry for innovators, startups, leaders, and organisations making real impact in Africa’s evolving tech ecosystem.
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MOBEX Africa is Accelerating Digital Transformation through Recognition
MOBEX Africa has long positioned itself as a leading champion of technological excellence across the continent, and the 2025 edition of its Innovation Awards only heightens that commitment. With 22 competitive categories, the awards programme is designed to cast a wide net—celebrating innovative breakthroughs in fintech, health, education, agriculture, governance, mobile apps, cybersecurity, sustainability, impactful digital campaigns, and beyond.
The awards have been thoughtfully structured into three strategic tiers:
- Flagship Awards: Honour the crème de la crème of innovation, such as Technology Innovation of the Year and sector-specific titans in, say, fintech or health.
- Leadership & Recognition: Shine a light on visionary leaders and innovation advocates steering the digital ship across Africa.
- Specialised Recognition: Showcase niche yet essential accomplishments in areas like mobile development, cybersecurity, sustainability, and digital outreach.
This well-rounded design ensures that the awards don’t just spotlight flashy tech, but also the people and grassroots projects that are driving change behind the scenes.
Who Can Nominate—And What It Takes to Qualify
Everyone with skin in the game across Africa’s tech space has a shot. Whether you’re an individual innovator, a nimble startup, a forward-thinking organisation, or even wish to put forward someone else’s work—you’re welcome to nominate. Self-nominations, corporate entries, and third-party submissions are all acceptable.
The only catch? Your work must have delivered measurable value to the continent’s tech story between 1 January 2024 and 30 June 2025. That’s a solid 18-month evaluation period which ensures the awards remain both current and impactful.
Evaluation is no small affair—they’ve assembled a panel of industry heavyweights to oversee a rigorous judging process. Expect shortlists to drop in mid-September, followed by final judging in early October. Winners will then be announced at the grand MOBEX Africa Tech Expo & Innovation Conference, slated for 7–10 October 2025 at the Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City in Accra.
Why This Matters: Celebrating Sovereignty in African Tech
For Kofi Boadi, Director of Communication and Events at MOBEX Africa, this edition carries deeper significance. He describes it as “where Africa’s tech titans are crowned” and sees the awards as a pivotal milestone in the continent’s digital odyssey. It’s about celebrating past wins and elevating the bold innovations shaping Africa’s digital sovereignty and global competitiveness.
Let’s not forget: in an age where digital leadership translates to economic dominance, platforms like this ignite ambition, spotlight talent, and lay the groundwork for collaborative growth across borders. By actively stepping up to nominate—whether for oneself or a peer—you contribute to crafting Africa’s tech future. And with the awards set to culminate during a high-profile conference in Accra, the visibility and connections are real.
How to Take Your Shot at the Spotlight
Ready to join the fray—or support someone you believe in? It’s simple:
- Check your eligibility: Did your innovation or leadership deliver impact between 1 January 2024 and 30 June 2025?
- Choose your route: Want to nominate yourself, your company, or a peer? All are accepted.
- Submit before 18 September 2025 via the official nomination portal:
Once submitted, your entry will be scrutinised alongside others by industry experts. If you’re shortlisted, the final results will be revealed during the October conference in Accra—a stage ripe with networking, celebration, and collaboration.
Key Takeaway
- Nomination window: Open until 18 September 2025
- Who can enter: Innovators, leaders, startups, organisations—anyone with impact in African tech
- Eligibility period: 1 January 2024 – 30 June 2025
- Awards categories: 22 spanning flagship, leadership, and specialised recognitions
- Evaluation timeline:
- Shortlists: mid-September
- Final judging: early October
- Awards ceremony: 7–10 October 2025, Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City, Accra, during the MOBEX Tech Expo & Innovation Conference
- How to enter: Submit via
Conclusion
For Nigeria and indeed all of Africa, the MOBEX Africa 2025 Innovation Awards represent more than just an accolade—they’re a testament to our ingenuity, resilience, and destiny in the digital age. Whether you’re an entrepreneur with an app, a leader transforming systems, or a team solving real societal challenges through tech—this is your moment.
Nigeria is brimming with talent ready for global stages. Don’t let that brilliance go unnoticed. Nominate—or push someone else to do so—and help us crown the innovators of tomorrow.
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