Africa's Largest Digital Exhibition & Awards for Women Leaders & Innovators
Celebrating innovation, leadership and impact, the PAWENpreneur Awards 2025 recognizes female entrepreneurs, intrapreneurs, and ecosystem builders whose work elevates Africa.
The PAWENpreneur Awards & Summit 2025 celebrates the women building Africa’s economic future, founders, creators, and innovators leading with impact.
This year’s hybrid event features a Digital Summit and Exhibition where women-led businesses will showcase their products and services to thousands of potential buyers and investors across Africa. Women in middle and senior management roles also get to speak with Board and Senior Level recruiters from across Africa.
The experience concludes with an exclusive Award Gala Dinner at The Zone, Gbagada, Lagos, recognizing outstanding women redefining entrepreneurship and innovation across the continent.
There will be exciting giveaways and gifts for attendees!
Whether you’re looking to reach new customers, attract global talent, or scale across borders, the PAWEN Digital Exhibition is your stage.
Our digital exhibition offers a powerful platform for women-owned businesses, brands, and organizations to showcase their innovations to a pan-African and global audience.
The PAWENpreneur Awards 2025 will honor exceptional women shaping Africa’s future, from tech pioneers to social innovators and creative industry leaders.
Categories
Dress code: African Glam
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Entrepreneurship & Business Excellence Awards
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Intrapreneurship & Industry Innovation Awards
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Impact & Inclusion Champions
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Public Leadership & Policy Influence
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Ecosystem Builders & Advocates
Two Experiences, One Movement
Join inspiring conversations, explore digital booths, and celebrate excellence at Africa’s biggest women-led business event.
Don’t miss your chance to put your business on Africa’s biggest digital stage for women-led innovation. Showcase your brand, connect with buyers, and attract global talent ready to work with visionary African companies.
Limited slots available. Applications close November 1, 2025