Award Winners

We regularly recognize outstanding leaders who are at the helm of our exemplary partner organizations. Get to know them! 

Grassroots Champion Honorees

The Grassroots Champion award recognizes individuals with deep connections within their communities.

Six African leaders hold trophies and stand against a green backdrop
2022 awardees Kiiya Kiiya, Michelene Barandereka, Solomon Kayiwa Mugambe, James Katumba, Mercy Chikhosi Kafotokoza
An African man speaks at a podium
2018 Rising Star Willie Mpasuka

Angel for Africa Honorees

The Angel for Africa award acknowledges leaders who build partnerships and continually serve as a resource for others.

System Innovator Honorees

The System Innovator award honors organizations that have developed an innovative model. 

5 African adults hold awards and smile at the camera
2023 awardees Nabiry Juma, Evans Odhiambo, Virginie Niyizigama, Neema Magimba, Kondwani Chijota
An African woman in a green dress and headwrap holds an award triumphantly
2022 Rising Star Mercy Chikhosi Kafotokoza

Rising Star Honorees

The Rising Star award highlights exceptionally dedicated leaders and their steep trajectory in growing their impact. 

Fighting for Fairness Honorees

The Fighting for Fairness award spotlights an organization that uses their platform to give voice and power to historically marginalized groups, in honor of our founder Barry Segal.