The Future Awards Africa (TFAA), Africa’s foremost platform for spotlighting and celebrating young change makers and visionaries, has officially opened nominations for its landmark 20th year.

Since its inception in 2006, TFAA has remained committed to identifying and amplifying young Africans who drive transformation and impact across different sectors, including business, entertainment, governance, technology, and more.

Building on this reputation, the 20th TFAA event will highlight the evolution of the awards and the African continent by honouring a new generation of Africans using emerging technologies as catalysts for transformation. From creators and founders to innovators and storytellers, the awards will honour a generation that is reshaping narratives and industries across the continent in unprecedented ways.

With the 20th edition of the awards embracing innovation and modern technology, TFAA has also introduced five new categories: Energy and Sustainability, Creative Excellence, Technology and Innovation, Comedy Content Creation, and Lifestyle Content Creation. These categories will introduce the world to a generation of leaders, go-getters, and innovators, leveraging modern ideas, technology, and creativity to redefine what is possible across industries and communities.

Speaking on this year’s edition, the Executive Director of The Future Awards (TFAA), Ayodeji Razaq, said, “From inception to this moment, TFAA has never just been an award ceremony; it has been a movement. A movement that reminds young Africans that they are the future, and that greatness is not abstract; it is real, it is human, and it is present in every one of them. As we mark 20 years, we are celebrating a generation that is boldly redefining what is possible. Across the continent, young Africans are leveraging technology, creativity, innovation, and influence to solve problems, build businesses, shape culture, and transform communities. We are excited to discover and celebrate these remarkable individuals.”

Members of the public are invited to nominate outstanding young Africans aged 18 to 35 who are making meaningful contributions and driving positive change across industries and communities across the continent. Nominations can be submitted via awards.thefutureafrica.com. Nominations close on 10th July 2026.