{"id":50849,"date":"2023-08-22T13:39:31","date_gmt":"2023-08-22T13:39:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/rwanda\/all-news\/africa-tech-festival-awards-2023"},"modified":"2023-08-22T13:43:46","modified_gmt":"2023-08-22T13:43:46","slug":"africa-tech-festival-awards-2023","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/rwanda\/all-news\/africa-tech-festival-awards-2023","title":{"rendered":"Africa Tech Festival Awards 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press – Rwanda. <\/strong><\/span>TAKING place at the Bay Hotel in Camp\u2019s Bay, Cape Town on 15 November 2023, the achievements of some of the African technology, telecommunications, and media industry\u2019s most illustrious pioneers and tech entrepreneurs, will once again be fe\u0302ted at the prestigious Africa Tech Festival Awards.<\/p>\n

As awards ceremonies go, Africa Tech Festival\u2019s are a standout, not only in their recognition of the achievements of the companies and people who are making a difference in the lives of countless Africans, but for their reputation as an unforgettable evening of fun, food, and conversation in the company of some of the industry\u2019s hottest talent.<\/p>\n

The Awards Ceremony will welcome Africa\u2019s leaders to an elegant evening celebration beginning with a cocktail reception at Tides restaurant with its magnificent seafront views, followed by a gala dinner in the Rotunda accompanied by live music. The night will end with an afterparty soundtracked to a live DJ.<\/p>\n

As encouragement to enter and commenting on the impact of winning the Start-up of the Year Award in 2022, Motunrayo Opayinka, founder of Womenovate says that it has: \u201cbrought significant visibility and recognition to Womenovate.<\/p>\n

As a result, we experienced various positive changes, including increased brand visibility and new collaboration opportunities. We were also able to expand our network with like-minded individuals, experts, and mentors, which for us is very valuable in our mission to support Nigerian women in STEAM.<\/p>\n

\u201cWinning the prestigious award added to our credibility, helping us to further gain trust from our stakeholders, beneficiaries, and the public.\u201d<\/p>\n

In 2023, the Africa Tech Festival team have taken the event up yet another notch, introducing a new award category \u2013 the Creative Visionary Award \u2013to commend the remarkable forerunners in the African media, broadcasting, and entertainment industries.<\/p>\n

Award Categories<\/p>\n

Creative Visionary Award \u2013 this new award is dedicated to honouring exceptional media, broadcasting, and entertainment professionals across Africa.<\/p>\n

Connecting for All Award \u2013 dedicated to recognising and honouring network providers and services that have demonstrated exceptional commitment and effort in ensuring connectivity for all.<\/p>\n

Innovation for Impact \u2013 recognises innovations in products or services that have disrupted traditional approaches, introduced novel solutions, and created tangible value for businesses and individuals in Africa.<\/p>\n

CXO of the Year \u2013 honours exceptional leaders in Africa and their outstanding contributions in building teams, setting new standards, and delivering on a clear vision in a rapidly changing business landscape.<\/p>\n

Changing Lives Award \u2013 dedicated to recognising and honouring organisations and initiatives that are committed to improving lives across the continent.<\/p>\n

Female Innovator of the Year Award \u2013 honours the women who have made significant contributions to the fields of tech, media, and telecoms across Africa.<\/p>\n

Sustainability Champion of the Year \u2013 formerly the \u2018Green ICT Champion Award\u2019, this award celebrates the remarkable achievements of individuals or organisation leading the way in the development and integration of sustainable energy solutions for the continent.<\/p>\n

Fintech Innovation Award \u2013 acknowledges the transformative power of financial technology in driving economic growth, financial inclusion, and digital transformation.<\/p>\n

Start-up of the Year Award \u2013 acknowledges the entrepreneurial spirit, technological innovation, and potential impact of start-ups in driving growth, solving challenges, and contributing to the advancement of Africa\u2019s tech ecosystem.<\/p>\n

HealthTech Innovation of the Year Award \u2013 recognises innovative solutions that are changing lives, advancing healthcare, and making a significant positive impact on individuals and communities.<\/p>\n

Overseeing the development of the awards and responsible for the overall festival\u2019s successful delivery each year, James Williams, Director, Events | Connecting Africa | Informa Tech comments that: \u201cThese awards are all about celebrating the optimists in industry for whom every challenge is a possibility and a solution waiting to be discovered and implemented.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe wealth of talent on the African continent is exceptional, which makes the public voting to select only one hero per category, a highly competitive process and extremely difficult. That said, it is an honour to be amongst them all and we look forward to this event every year and to sharing their achievements with our connected community.\u201d<\/p>\n

Nominations are open until 7 September 2023, with short-listed candidates announced on 11 September 2023. To enter, nominations need to be submitted on the Africa Tech Festival website. The short-listed candidates will be chosen by a panel of judges, and thereafter, the winners will be selected via a public vote.<\/p>\n

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