Africa’s tech innovators have a chance to shine! The organisers of the Connected Africa Summit have officially opened submissions for the 2025 Connected ICT Innovation Awards, celebrating groundbreaking solutions driving the continent’s digital transformation.
Categories and Eligibility
The awards will honour exceptional achievements in four dynamic categories:
- AgriTech: Revolutionising agriculture with tech-driven solutions.
- GreenTech: Promoting sustainability through innovative technologies.
- Creative Economy: Empowering Africa’s creative industries with digital tools.
- AI & Cybersecurity for Business and Government: Enhancing security and efficiency with AI and cybersecurity advancements.
To qualify, applicants must:
- Have a registered company.
- Offer an active product or service in use for at least six months.
- Serve African end-users, either directly or through partners.
Prizes and Recognition
Winners will be celebrated at the 13th Connected Africa Summit, taking place May 26–29, 2025, at the stunning Diamonds Leisure Beach & Golf Resort in Diani. Awardees will receive:
- Trophies and certificates.
- Valuable exposure to potential investors, partners, and customers across the region.
Why It Matters
“Innovation is the cornerstone of Africa’s digital transformation,” said Stanley Kamanguya, CEO of the ICT Authority. “The Connected ICT Innovation Awards continue to showcase the continent’s incredible potential. We invite all innovators to step forward with solutions shaping our future.”
Since 2011, the awards have recognised over 110 ICT solutions for their impact, scalability, and innovation. Past winners, like Elly Savatia, Founder of Signvrse, have leveraged the platform to gain visibility and accelerate growth. Savatia, a 2024 First Runners-Up in the Healthcare category, shared: “The platform offered us both visibility and validation, and it has truly helped accelerate our journey.”
How to Apply
Submissions will be evaluated by a distinguished panel of expert judges from across Africa. Innovators can submit their entries via the official portal at connected.go.ke. The deadline is May 2, 2025.
Join the Movement
The Connected ICT Innovation Awards are a key highlight of the Connected Africa Summit, which unites leaders from government, industry, academia, and the innovation ecosystem to advance Africa’s digital economy. Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your solution and be part of Africa’s tech revolution!
Apply now and let your innovation take centre stage in 2025!