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Wafric Awards
West African Citizens Awards
An award platform targeted at rewarding creativity and hardworking West Africans both at home and in diasporas

Our mission is to identify, celebrate, and amplify individuals and organizations making meaningful contributions to their communities, industries, and the African continent at large. We believe recognition is powerful — it inspires growth, encourages excellence, and motivates future generations to dream bigger.

To become Africa’s leading recognition and impact platform, connecting changemakers, innovators, leaders, and communities across the continent while promoting unity, growth, collaboration, and excellence.

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OFFICIAL PUBLIC VOTING – WAFRIC AWARDS 2026
Recognizing the Unseen. Celebrating the Exceptional.
The West African Citizens Awards (WAFRIC Awards) proudly invites the public to participate in the 2026 voting phase, celebrating the individuals, brands, organizations, and institutions making meaningful contributions across West Africa.
The West African Citizens Awards is more than an event—it is a growing continental platform dedicated to recognizing outstanding individuals and initiatives across West Africa.
As we prepare for the next edition, we are building a dynamic, diverse, and driven team across multiple countries, including both Anglophone and Francophone regions.

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The West African
Citizens Awards
Celebrating Excellence. Inspiring Generations

- 5th Edition -
Recognizing The Unseen
Celebrating The Exceptional
The West African Citizens Awards (WAFRIC Awards) is proud to officially unveil the nominees for the 2026 edition, a distinguished gathering of individuals, brands, organizations, and institutions whose work, influence, creativity, leadership, and contributions continue to make a meaningful difference across West Africa.
This edition is built on a simple but powerful belief: great work deserves recognition, wherever it comes from.
Our nominees represent the diversity, resilience, creativity, ambition, and spirit of West Africa. From media and communication to business, entertainment, technology, leadership, humanitarian service, culture, tourism, sports, and beyond, they reflect the exceptional work taking place across our communities and nations.

Chef Abbys: Taking African Food, Culture and Storytelling to the World
Chinenye Adeleye: Turning Digital Influence into Access, Opportunity and Social Impact
Roukiata Ouedraogo: Turning Cultural Experiences and Everyday Life into Comedy That Connects
Trakinuz: From the Roots of Picos to the National Spotlight of Cabo Verdean Music
Gloria Babarinde: Bringing Professionalism, Purpose and Presence to the Art of Event Hosting
Doris Okorie: A Versatile Performer Bringing Stories to Life Across Screen, Radio and Film
Dammypep: Turning Everyday Experiences into Stories That Connect with Hearts and Minds
Prisca Marceleney: Telling African Stories Through Acting, Writing and Film Production
Gambia Participates: Advancing Transparency, Accountability and Citizen Participation in The Gambia
Theo Olayanju: Bringing Creativity, Professionalism and Connection to the Art of Event Hosting
Karima Grant: Reimagining Education Through Creativity, Storytelling and African Learning Experiences
Lisa Quama: Taking Ghanaian Dance and African Creativity to a Global Digital Audience
Viviane Mina Sidibé: A Journey of Talent, Resilience and Recognition in Malian Cinema
Sheku Foryoh: Building Platforms for Youth Leadership, Civic Participation and National Development
Shalimar Abbiusi: From Television and Public Communication to Humanitarian Advocacy
Welket Bungué: Carrying Guinea-Bissau’s Stories onto the International Screen
Mame Khady Badji: Reimagining Senegalese Heritage Through Sustainable Fashion
Nulife Foods & Beverages Ltd: How Honorine Ike Is Adding Value to Nigerian Food Products
Praise Paul-Dunbar: Bringing Professionalism, Poise and Personality to the Art of Event Hosting
Juliana Amoateng: Turning Everyday Experiences into Stories That Inspire, Connect and Empower
Fatou Jupiter Touré: Using Digital Influence, African Storytelling and Creativity to Inspire Change
Chernor A. Diallo: Building Youth Leadership Through Diplomacy, Education and Civic Engagement
Mayowa Adewumi — Mayor Frosh: From Digital Content Creation to a Recognisable Voice in Nigerian Entertainment
Event by P: How Penda Dimé Is Transforming Event Management Through Precision, Creativity and Senegalese Excellence
Coordinates the planning and execution of WAFRIC Awards activities, ensuring seamless collaboration across all departments and successful project delivery.
Captures memorable moments through professional photography and videography, preserving the stories and experiences of every WAFRIC Awards edition.
Leads creative visual production, ensuring consistent, high-quality branding and multimedia presentation across all WAFRIC Awards platforms.
Plans and coordinates event logistics, guest experiences, and operational activities to deliver memorable award ceremonies.
Supports the transparent evaluation process by assessing nominees and winners based on merit, impact, and excellence.
- Contributes to maintaining the integrity of the awards by participating in fair and objective nominees and winners assessments.
Alayaki Olawunmi leads the Strategies & Partnerships unit at the West African Citizens Awards, driving initiatives that strengthen the organization's growth, collaboration, and regional impact. She works closely with partners and stakeholders to build meaningful relationships that advance WAFRIC Awards' mission of recognizing and celebrating exceptional individuals across West Africa.






























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