The African Business Chamber (AfBC) is proud to announce that the AfBC African Business Awards and Gala Dinner 2025 will be held on Thursday, 3 July 2025, in London. This prestigious annual event will celebrate the remarkable achievements of African businesses, entrepreneurs, and leaders across the UK and internationally.
Now a highly anticipated annual event in the business calendar, the AfBC African Business Awards shines a spotlight on excellence, innovation, and impact among African and African diaspora-led enterprises. Honourees span key sectors such as finance, technology, trade, sustainability, healthcare, creative industries, and professional services.
This year’s edition will highlight individuals and organisations who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, made significant economic contributions, and shown a strong commitment to inclusive growth and sustainable development across Africa and the UK.
Event details
Date: Thursday, July 3, 2025
Venue: Millennium Gloucester Hotel & Conference Centre, Kensington and Chelsea, London, SW7 4LH Website:
Award categories
- Top 100 Business Leader of the Year
- Entrepreneur of the Year
- Start-Up & New Business of the Year
- Technology & Innovation Excellence
- Healthcare Excellence
- Creative Industry Excellence
- Financial Services Excellence
- Professional Excellence
- African Women in Business (WIB) Excellence
- International Trade Excellence
- Social Enterprise Excellence
- Diaspora Excellence
- Business of the Year
- Business Excellence
In addition, Special Recognition and Honorary Awards will be presented to individuals who have made out- standing contributions and demonstrated exceptional impact in their respective professions, as well as in the fields of international business, leadership, entrepreneurship, trade, social enterprise, and diaspora community development.
The evening will feature keynote speeches, high-level networking, and cultural performances, showcasing the vibrant diversity and contributions of the African business community in the UK and globally.
Eugene Nizeyimana, CEO of AfBC, stated: “The African Business Awards are more than just a celebration— they’re a platform to inspire, connect, and elevate African excellence. This year, we are excited to honour those leading meaningful change and shaping the future of business in Africa and its global diaspora.”
Nominations
AfBC invites businesses, entrepreneurs, organisations and individual professionals to submit their nominations by emailing info@african-chamber.com.
Registration
Deadline: Friday, June 27, 2025
Attendance: Advance registration required. Limited spaces available. Register Now to reserve your space and ticket to attend here.
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Media & sponsorship inquiries
Email AfBC events management team at info@african-chamber.com or call +44 (0) 20 1234 5678.
About AfBC
The African Business Chamber (AfBC) is the UK’s leading African business network, dedicated to supporting African businesses, investors, entrepreneurs and Diaspora professionals through advocacy, market access, and capacity-building initiatives to thrive in the economy. AfBC strive to foster stronger multi-lateral trade, in- vestment, and partnerships between the UK and Africa.
