The organizers of the West African Citizens Awards (WAFRICAWARDS) proudly present the official winners of the 2025 Rebirth Edition, successfully held in 2026 following a strategic rescheduling.
The Rebirth Edition marks a renewed vision and strengthened commitment to recognizing excellence, resilience, and transformative impact across West Africa. This special edition symbolizes not just a continuation, but a bold revival of the awardsβ mission to celebrate outstanding individuals, brands, and organizations shaping the future of the region.
We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all winners and honorees whose work continues to inspire progress, innovation, and unity across Africa.
π¬ Media & Entertainment
Best Online Publication
π Ghana Web (Ghana)
Media Personality
π Kerkula Blama (Liberia)
Social Media Influencer of the Year
π Quecy Official (Ghana)
Content Creator of the Year (Video/Podcast/Blog)
π Hafeez Oshundairo (Nigeria)
Best Entertainment Program (TV/Radio)
π Big Brother Naija (Nigeria)
Best Informative Program (TV/Radio)
π Senegal 24 (Senegal)
Best Website/Blog of the Year
π Ameyaw Debrah (Ghana)
On-Air Personality
π Samsiyat Isiaka (Nigeria)
Media Executive Award
π Kindo Noufou (Burkina Faso)
Favorite Celebrity Fan Page
π 30BG
Most Popular Fan Page
π Davido Official Fans (30BG)
π¨ Arts & Creativity
Artist of the Year (Visual Arts)
π Mounou Desire Koffi (CΓ΄te dβIvoire)
Literary Excellence Award (Poetry/Prose)
π Alexa Keas (Togo)
Graphic Designer of the Year
π Alfred Graphics (Nigeria)
Photographer of the Year
π Tunde Alabi-Hundeyin II (Nigeria)
Makeup Artist of the Year
π Nnaemeka Vincent Mkpuma (Nigeria)
π Fashion & Style
Fashion Brand of the Year
π House of Dova
Emerging Designer of the Year
π Dimeji Ilori (Nigeria)
Model of the Year
π Mayowa Nicholas (Nigeria)
Beauty Influencer of the Year
π Veekee James (Nigeria)
Skin Care Brand of the Year
π Reminiscebyro (The Gambia/USA)
π΅ Music
Music Artist of the Year
π Burna Boy (Nigeria)
Best New Music Talent
π Ayra Starr (Nigeria)
Music Producer of the Year
π Twice Ice (Sierra Leone)
DJ of the Year
π Modam Young (Nigeria)
Most Promising Artiste
π Omah Lay (Nigeria)
Fresh Artiste of the Year
π Ayomaff (Nigeria)
Rising Musician of the Year
π Safa Diallo (Senegal)
π Film & Theater
Most Promising Actor
π Sophia Chisom (Nigeria)
Best New Actor
π Bimbo Ademoye (Nigeria)
Youth Actor/Actress of the Year
π Akofa Edjeani (Ghana)
Fast Rising Actor
π James Gardiner (Ghana)
On-Screen Personality
π Ebuka Obi-Uchendu (Nigeria)
πΌ Entrepreneurship
West African Business of the Year
π Buy Lagos Ltd (Nigeria)
Young Entrepreneur of the Year
π Betabeliefboy (Nigeria)
Innovative Startup of the Year
π Flutterwave (Nigeria)
Sustainable Business Practice Award
π Green Energy Ghana (Ghana)
Entrepreneur of the Year
π Kemisola Bolarinwa (Nigeria)
Woman Entrepreneur of the Year
π Aissatou Diop (Senegal)
π Education & Leadership
Outstanding Educator of the Year
π Olaseni Cole (Nigeria)
Student Leadership Award
π Wasilat Saheed (Nigeria)
Innovation in Education Award
π Chalkboard Education (Ghana)
Mentorship Award
π Bukky Akomolafe (Nigeria)
Student of the Year
π Khadijah Adamu (Nigeria)
π Community Impact
Community Champion Award
π John Kufuor (Ghana)
Philanthropic Organization of the Year
π Tony Elumelu Foundation (Nigeria)
Environmental Sustainability Award
π EcoPost (Nigeria)
Community Development Award
π Slum2School (Nigeria)
Corporate Social Responsibility Award
π Zenith Bank (Nigeria)
π Industry-Specific Categories
Best Exporter
π Olam Nigeria (Nigeria)
Best Innovator
π RecycleUp (Ghana)
Best SME
π SME Ghana (Ghana)
Best Agricultural Producer
π Olam Agri (Nigeria)
Best Industrialist
π Aliko Dangote (Nigeria)
Best Manufacturer
π Innoson Motors (Nigeria)
Best Service Provider
π MTN Ghana (Ghana)
Best Agricultural Exporter
π Thrive Agric & Releaf (Nigeria)
π Real Estate & Business Performance
Fastest Growing Business
π Paps Logistics (Senegal)
Most Profitable Business
π Dangote Cement (Nigeria)
Best Customer Service
π MTN Ghana (Ghana)
Best Business Model
π Flutterwave (Nigeria)
Most Resilient Business
π Dangote Group (Nigeria)
π‘ Innovation & Technology
Best Use of Technology
π TipMe Liberia (Liberia)
Most Innovative Product/Service
π Paystack (Nigeria)
Best Digital Solution
π Neobot Tech (Nigeria)
Most Innovative Startup
π Fez Delivery (Nigeria)
β¨ Closing Note
The 2025 Rebirth Edition of the West African Citizens Awards represents a new chapter β one defined by resilience, growth, and renewed purpose.
As we move forward, WAFRICAWARDS remains dedicated to celebrating excellence and amplifying the voices of change-makers across West Africa.
We look ahead with great anticipation to future editions.