Women4Africa - "Celebrating African Queens"

The 9th Annual Women4Africa Awards saw a plethora of women awarded at their annual awards event which took place on Saturday 13th May at the plush Leonardo Royal Hotel in St Paul's, London.

The night was themed 'Celebrating African Queens' and it was just that. As women from all over the globe showed up dressed like royalty and the kingly men who supported them, the night started off with an opening speech from the founder 'Tola Onigbanjo' who welcomed everyone and talked about the importance of celebrating every woman in the room.

With guests from all over the world including the keynote speaker 'Nomfundo Mcoyi' who flew in from South Africa and gave an inspirational speech, Africa was truly represented in every aspect.

The night was hosted by true royalty 'HRH Princess Moradeun Adedoyin-Solarin' who gave everyone a royal welcome and presented the night seamlessly from start to finish.

As co-founder Sam Onigbanjo closed the night, he saluted every woman and announced the 10th awards was not to be missed.

Below is a list of the Women4Africa 2023 Winners and Recognition Recipients.

2023 Winners

Fashion Designer of the Year – Yolande Letshou
Woman in Education – Prof. Augusta Koroma & Carmel Britto
Woman in Media – Afua Hagan & Lisa-Marie Misztak
Woman in Healthcare – Dr Funmi Becky Adewara
Young Achiever of the Year – Amanda Ngcono Nkomo
UK Humanitarian of the Year 2023 – Rev Victoria Lawrence
Career Woman of the Year 2023 – Toyin Davidson-Ero
Business Woman of the Year 2023 – Ade Hassan MBE
Outstanding Mother of the Year 2023 – Ufuoma Anighoro
Woman in Legal 2023 – Jennifer Obaseki
Woman in Hospitality 2023 – Ntombi Zwezwe Baartman
Woman in Tech 2023 – Amanda Obidike
Woman in Financial Services 2023 – Femmy Otukoya
Woman in Diversity & Inclusion 2023 – Bernadette Thompson OBE & Candy Ellie-Graham
International Business Woman 2023 – Lydia Hlongwane
Judges Choice Recognition Award 2023 – Shola Alabi