THE ATWCE AWARDS 2027
The Most Prestigious Night in African Technology.
Every year, on the closing night of ATWCE, we honour the companies, leaders, and organisations building Africa’s technological future with the greatest courage and impact
Recognising Excellence Across Every Dimension of African Innovation.
Award 01
African Technology Company of the Year
Most transformative technology impact across the continent.
Award 02
African Startup of the Year
Highest-potential early-stage company building Africa’s future.
Award 03
African Technology Leader of the Year
Most exceptional leadership in African technology.
Award 04
Government Innovation Award
Most impactful digital transformation initiative by a government body.
Award 05
Global Investor in Africa Award
Most significant commitment to African technology investment.
Award 06
AI Innovation of the Year
Most consequential AI application deployed in Africa.
Award 07
FinTech Innovation of the Year
Most impactful financial technology product across Africa.
Award 08
Renewable Energy Innovation
Most significant clean energy innovation advancing Africa’s development.
Award 09
HealthTech Innovation of the Year
Most impactful digital health solution in Africa.
Award 10
AgriTech Innovation of the Year
Greatest impact on African food security and agricultural productivity.
Award 11
African Woman in Technology Award
Outstanding female leader, founder, or innovator in African technology.
Award 12 — Special
ATWCE Lifetime Achievement Award
Exceptional lifetime contribution to African technology. Awarded at committee discretion
Know Someone Changing Africa’s Technology Future? Nominate Them.
What Is Included
Nominations close: 90 days before event
Shortlists announced: 60 days before event
Winners revealed: Day 3 Awards Ceremony
Self-nomination: Permitted — note in form
An Evening Unlike Anything Africa’s Technology World Has Seen.
Black-tie gala dinner for 1,000 guests. Red-carpet arrival. Five-course dinner. Live awards ceremony. Global broadcast. Dress code: Black tie or African formal attire.
