The tenth Forbes Girls Africa Awards occurred in the course of the Forbes Girls Africa Main Girls Summit in South Africa.

 The occasion celebrated inspiring girls who’re making a distinction in numerous industries. Amongst these recognised had been Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Tiwa Savage, Nissi Ogulu, and Hephzibah Akinwale.

Key Award Winners

Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala gained the Lifetime Achievement Award.

Tiwa Savage acquired the Media Icon Award.

Nissi Ogulu was given the Youth Icon Award.

Hephzibah Akinwale gained the Subsequent Era Award.

Eniola Shokunbi was acknowledged because the Younger Achiever Award winner.

Theme and Objective of the Occasion

The occasion had the theme “To The Energy of 10: The Rule-Breakers In Africa’s Subsequent Chapter.” The awards recognised girls who’re breaking limitations and making a big effect of their fields.

Full Record of 2025 Forbes Girls Africa Award Winners

Lifetime Achievement Award – Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala

Social Impression Award – Wanjira Mathai

Younger Achiever Award – Eniola Shokunbi

Subsequent Era Award – Hephzibah Akinwale

Youth Icon Award – Nissi Ogulu

Media Icon Award – Tiwa Savage

Educational Excellence Award – Dr. Adriana Marais

Sports activities Award – Sue Destombes

Visionary Ally Award – Luol Deng

Entertainer of the Yr Award – Sarah Hassan

Excellence in Leisure Award – Minnie Dlamini

Know-how and Innovation Award – Jessica Mshama

Champion of Change Award – Dr. Glenda Grey

Businesswoman Award – Rita Zwane

Champion of Leisure Promotion Award – Tholsi Pillay

Change Maker of the Decade Award – Arunma Oteh