In every generation, a few rise — not just to succeed, but to lead, to build, to leave a mark history cannot erase. They create powerful businesses, build impactful organizations, lead teams to greatness, and inspire movements that shape societies. Some create wealth.
Some create impact.
Only a few create people & history.
Are you one of them?

The PPSLA Excellent Leadership Award is calling the true architects of Africa’s future.

The PPSLA Excellent Leadership Award under the African Changemakers Accelerator Program (ACAP) is designed to honor such rare individuals — the architects of innovation, excellence organizational leaders, and transformational agents across Africa and beyond. Individuals who live above self and gain. They are the generational thinkers with a different leadership mindset. These are men & women who serve their generation through their career, calling, vocation, skills, talents, opportunities & power. They truly live a life of PURPOSE & VISION.

This is not just another plaque or applause.
It is an immortalization of your leadership journey — a title that places you among Africa’s greatest builders and visionaries.
It’s about global recognition, legacy, and your rightful place in history.

Your excellence deserves to be honored.
Your impact deserves to be celebrated.
Your leadership deserves to be remembered.

🌟 Nominate yourself or a deserving leader today.
🏛️ Step into the hall of Africa’s Most Excellent.

BENEFITS OF THE EXCELLENT LEADERSHIP AWARD

For Career Professionals (Private Sector)

• Professional Elevation: Enhance your CV and profile with a prestigious leadership award that strengthens your authority in your industry.

• New Career Opportunities: Gain access to higher leadership roles, executive appointments, board memberships, and consulting opportunities.

• Personal Branding Boost: Position yourself as a recognized thought leader and influencer within your sector.

• Media Visibility: Get featured in program publications, media releases, and social platforms that elevate your public image.

• Stronger Network Access: Connect with industry giants, captains of industry, and senior executives across Africa and beyond.

For CEOs, Business Owners & Entrepreneurs

• Brand Trust and Credibility: An award-winning profile builds greater trust among clients, investors, and strategic partners.

• Access to New Markets and Partnerships: Use the award as a stamp of credibility to access larger markets, corporate collaborations, and international platforms.

• Expanded Influence: Leverage the recognition to attract speaking engagements, brand ambassadorships, and consulting deals.

• Enhanced Business Valuation: Awards add intangible value to your business, increasing attractiveness to investors and stakeholders.

• Media and Publicity Opportunities: Benefit from strategic visibility that highlights your business success story.

• Career Advancement: Strengthen your leadership portfolio for promotions, appointments, or special government recognitions.

• Greater Institutional Influence: Position yourself as a leader of excellence within your department, ministry, or agency.

• Recognition Among Peers: Be acknowledged among top-performing public officers both nationally and internationally.

• Networking Across Borders: Engage with influential leaders, policy makers, and decision shapers from across Africa.

• Visibility for Future Opportunities: The award can open doors to future continental appointments, advisory roles, or international fellowship programs.

For Public Servants & Civil Service Leaders

Overall Benefits for All Categories

• Solidify Your Leadership Legacy.

• Access New Networks and Elite Circles.

• Gain Increased Media Coverage and Visibility.

• Strengthen Your Influence and Professional Brand.

• Inspire Others and Multiply Your Impact.

• Give credibility to you especially if you intend to travel abroad

EXCELLENT LEADERSHIP AWARD — Self-Nomination Form

Leadership is best recognized by those who embody it.
If you know a distinguished individual worthy of this honor, kindly share this link with them.
Please note: Nominations are strictly by self-nomination.

EXCELLENT LEADERSHIP AWARD CATEGORIES

• Excellent Leadership Award in Youth and Teens Empowerment

• Excellent Leadership Award in Police Service

• Excellent Leadership Award in Banking and Finance

• Excellent Leadership Award in Diaspora Impact

• Excellent Leadership Award in Health, Safety, and Environment

• Excellent Leadership Award in Legal Advocacy

• Excellent Leadership Award in Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution

• Excellent Leadership Award in Security Services

• Excellent Leadership Award in Human Resource Management

• Excellent Leadership Award in Agricultural Innovation

• Excellent Leadership Award in Community Development

• Excellent Leadership Award in Social Impact

• Excellent Leadership Award in Corporate Leadership

• Excellent Leadership Award in Women Empowerment

• Excellent Leadership Award in NGO Leadership and Humanitarian Service

• Excellent Leadership Award in Innovation and the Creative Economy

• Excellent Leadership Award in Advocacy and Public Influence

• Excellent Leadership Award in Strategic Communication

• Excellent Leadership Award in Humanitarian Services

• Excellent Leadership Award in Technology and Digital Transformation

• Excellent Leadership Award in Public Service

• Excellent Leadership Award in Governance and Leadership

• Excellent Leadership Award in Education and Academic Excellence

• Excellent Leadership Award in Media and Journalism

• Excellent Leadership Award in Entrepreneurship and Business Innovation

• Excellent Leadership Award in Faith-Based Leadership

• Excellent Leadership Award in Health Care and Medical Services

• Excellent Leadership Award in Economic Empowerment

• Excellent Leadership Award in Creative Arts, Culture, and Entertainment

• Excellent Leadership Award in Environmental Sustainability

• Excellent Leadership Award in Oil and Gas Sector Leadership

• Excellent Leadership Award in Hospitality and Tourism

• Excellent Leadership Award in Sports Development

• Excellent Leadership Award in Real Estate and Housing Development

• Excellent Leadership Award in Transportation and Logistics Excellence

IMPORTANT NOMINATION INFORMATION ON PROCESSING FEE/DONATION

We are delighted to consider your nomination for the Excellent Leadership Award.
Please be informed that upon successful vetting and approval of your nomination, a standard processing/donation contribution will be required.
This contribution supports the hosting of the investiture event, production of official investiture, guest program booklets, and contributes to the institution’s ongoing developmental projects.

Kindly Note:
The details regarding the processing/donation contribution will be discussed with you by our team during the next stage of the nomination process, once your application is under active consideration.

We assure you that this process is handled with transparency and professionalism, and only after full confirmation of your approval status.