Former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has been recognised for his contributions to education in Africa, receiving the Transformational Leadership in Education Award at the 2025 Africa Prosperity Champions Awards and Presidential Gala Dinner.

The award acknowledges policies that have expanded access to quality education and promoted inclusivity across the continent.

The event, held as part of the 2025 Africa Prosperity Dialogues, focused on advancing economic integration under the theme “Africa’s Single Market Through Infrastructure: Invest, Connect, Integrate.”

Business leaders, policymakers, and industry experts gathered to explore strategies for strengthening trade and investment across Africa.

The discussions of the Africa Prosperity Dialogues underscored the need for deeper collaboration in trade, infrastructure, and investment to unlock the continent’s economic potential.

Other honourees included:

• Herman Chinery-Hesse – Lifetime Achievement Award in Digital Technology for his impact on Africa’s tech landscape.
• Dr. Sidi Ould Tah – Financial Leadership Award for contributions to economic development through financial innovation.
• Bridgette Motsepe-Radebe – Women Empowerment Award for championing gender equality and entrepreneurship.

• Wode Maya – Tourism Promotion Award for his role in showcasing Africa’s tourism potential.
• Dr. Rakesh Wahi – Pan-African Media Award for shaping narratives and amplifying Africa’s voice globally.
• Dr. Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma – Pan-Africanism Leadership Award for her contributions to continental unity.
• Mesfin Tasew – Connectivity and Infrastructure Award for enhancing Africa’s aviation and transport networks.