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Submit your nomination for the Sustainability Champion of the Year Award!

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About the Award:

This award acknowledges the entrepreneurial spirit, technological innovation, and potential impact of start-ups in driving growth, solving local challenges, and contributing to the advancement of Africa's tech ecosystem.

Nominations will close on Thursday 14 September 2023, and the shortlist will be announced on Monday 18 September 2023.

About the Award Show:

Join us in our revamped event, featuring a fresh venue and an exclusive, premium experience. Our focus is on recognizing organizations and individuals driving innovation, promoting inclusion, and fostering sustainable development. 

Get ready for a purpose-driven awards ceremony that highlights the remarkable achievements shaping Africa's tech ecosystem. Join us on 15 November in Cape Town for an unforgettable evening that merges prestige, purpose, and a commitment to a brighter tomorrow.

Eligibility Criteria: 

Must be an African-Based organization: The nominee should be an organization with a significant presence and operations in Africa. They should be actively working on sustainable energy solutions within the continent and addressing the unique energy challenges and opportunities in Africa.

Must demonstrate impact & scalability: The nominee should have made a notable impact in advancing sustainable energy adoption across Africa. Their efforts should have led to tangible outcomes, such as increased renewable energy capacity, reduced greenhouse gas emissions, improved energy access, enhanced energy efficiency, or other measurable contributions that support the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Must demonstrate a social & environmental impact: The nominee's work should have a positive social and environmental impact. It should contribute to poverty reduction, job creation, community empowerment, climate change mitigation, environmental conservation, or other sustainability-related outcomes that benefit African societies and ecosystems.