Leaders, Innovators Gather in Kigali for 100 Most Notable African Leadership Summit

Leaders, Innovators Gather in Kigali for 100 Most Notable African Leadership Summit

Kigali, Rwanda- With the growing need for better economic strategies and leadership ideologies in Africa, industry leaders and experts from across the continent have arrived in Kigali for the "100 Most Notable African Leadership and Business Summit."

The four-day event, hosted at the Marriott Hotel, promises to be a landmark gathering for discussing and shaping the future of Africa's business and leadership landscape.

Leaders, Innovators Gather in Kigali for 100 Most Notable African Leadership Summit
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Summit Kickoff and Theme

The summit begins today, August 1st, and features a diverse lineup of African leaders, experts, and impact makers who will discuss, analyze, and initiate new pathways for Africa's development.

The theme for this year's summit is "Fostering Collaboration and Networking Among Business, Governance, and Security Stakeholder Leaders Across the African Continent."

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Participants at the summit have been carefully selected for their notable contributions to Africa's development. Among those recognized for their efforts are:

H.E. Dr. Dauda Lawal, Executive Governor of Zamfara State, honored as Transformational Political Leader in Africa.

Dr. GD Singh, Founder and Chairman of the Asian-African Chamber of Commerce and Industry (AACCI), awarded for Excellence in Business Development.

Mr. Melody Fidel Okwuazu, Founder of Stability & Sustenance Limited UK, recognized as an Inspiring Impact Maker.

Adeniyi Victor, CEO of Ivydealz Enterprise Nig LTD, awarded as Africa's Rising Star Young Entrepreneur of the Year.

Statement from the Convener

Amb. Kingsley Amafibe, the convener of the summit, highlighted the event's comprehensive agenda. "The lineup of activities includes accreditation and registration of participants, leadership and business plenary sessions, and panel discussions," Amafibe stated. He added that the summit would also feature an All-White Gala Dinner, award presentations, and a fashion runway.

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Award Recipients and Honorees

The summit will honor numerous other distinguished individuals for their contributions across various sectors. These include:

Dr. Kate Effiong (PhD), Founder of KMI Diamonds, as Emerging Africa Inspiring Change Maker.

Princess Farida Ahmed, CEO of Raisa Palms Ltd, as Emerging Africa Inspiring Woman of the Year.

Hon. Prof. Mthuli Ncube, Minister of Finance, Economic Development & Investment Promotion of Zimbabwe, awarded for Excellence in Development.

Peter Asiimwe, CEO of Petrelli Group of Companies, as Africa's Young Emerging Entrepreneur in Business.

Gala Dinner and Award Presentation

HRM Queen Vickylextar Okang-Sowah of Omanye Royal Kingdom, Canada, honored as Emerging Africa Inspiring Woman of the Year.

Dr. Simon Adozi, MD/CEO of Adozillion Homes and Realty Limited, recognized for Excellence in Real Estate Investment Management.

Amb. Yusuf Shehu Tijani, Chairman of Techno Group Limited, awarded as Africa Business Investment Chairman of the Year.

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