Excellence Impact African Awards

Guidelines

Eligibility and nomination guidance

The proposed guidance is for individuals, teams and organisations with an African connection. Eligibility and entry requirements will be confirmed before nominations open.

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Eligibility

Who is eligible

Excellence Impact African Awards welcomes entries from individuals, teams and organisations with a clear African connection.

  • Individuals, including researchers, founders, practitioners and students
  • Teams within universities, companies, public bodies and community groups
  • Organisations of any size, including startups, non profits and public institutions
  • Work should show a clear connection to Africa, through residence, service or partnership. Exact requirements are to be confirmed

What counts as an achievement in AI

An achievement may be a product, a research publication, a programme, a policy or a sustained service that uses or advances artificial intelligence.

Work should show honest evidence of results, responsible practice and respect for the people it affects. Historical context and independent references strengthen an entry.

Nomination process

  1. 1Nominations have not opened yet. Dates will be announced on this site
  2. 2When nominations open, entries will be submitted through a simple online form
  3. 3Each entry will be checked against the eligibility and evidence requirements
  4. 4Eligible entries will move to the selection stage described on the Judging page

Assessment

Evaluation criteria

Entries are assessed consistently across categories against four shared criteria, with attention to evidence, context and lasting value.

01

Impact of Contributions

The tangible, measurable difference the nominee’s work has made for people, institutions or communities.

02

Innovation & Originality

The creativity of the nominee’s approach and how thoughtfully it advances its field.

03

Sustainability & Scalability

The work’s long-term viability and potential to be adapted or replicated across Africa.

04

Leadership & Inspiration

The nominee’s ability to inspire others and create a positive ripple effect beyond their own work.

Key dates

Timeline

All dates are to be announced. The confirmed schedule will be published here once agreed.

  1. 01

    Nominations open

    To be announced

    Placeholder, date to be confirmed

  2. 02

    Nominations close

    To be announced

    Placeholder, date to be confirmed

  3. 03

    Evaluation

    To be announced

    Placeholder, date to be confirmed

  4. 04

    Celebration and announcement

    To be announced

    Placeholder, date to be confirmed

Good conduct

Rules and conditions

Clear expectations keep the process fair for every entrant. Full terms will be published before nominations open.

  • Entries must be truthful and supported by evidence that can be checked
  • Work by others must be credited clearly
  • Confidential material should not be included unless permission is granted
  • Organisers may move an entry to a more suitable category with the consent of the entrant
  • Decisions, once confirmed and announced, will be final
  • Full terms will be published before nominations open

Questions

Frequently asked questions

Short answers to common enquiries. For anything else, please contact the team.

When do nominations open?

Nominations have not opened yet. Dates will be announced on this site once they are confirmed. Please read the guidelines in the meantime.

Who can be nominated?

Individuals, teams and organisations with a clear African connection may be recognised. Exact eligibility requirements are placeholders and will be confirmed before nominations open.

Is there a fee to enter?

Entry arrangements are still being finalised. Any fees or waivers will be stated clearly before nominations open.

How are winners chosen?

The selection method is still to be confirmed. It may involve independent judging, a public vote, or a combination of the two. The confirmed process will be published on the Judging page.

Can I nominate my own work or organisation?

Yes, self nominations are expected to be welcome, alongside nominations by colleagues, partners and members of the public. Details will be confirmed in the nomination guidance.

Who should I contact about partnerships or press?

Please use the Contact page and choose the relevant enquiry type. The organising team will respond once details are confirmed.