Choiseul Africa Business Forum

Choiseul Africa Prize


Choiseul Africa awards in 2024

Choiseul Africa honors African leaders and visionaries who have distinguished themselves through ambitious and impactful projects for the continent's development. Through our awards, we celebrate the excellence, innovation, and dedication of these individuals who embody Africa’s potential and work towards a sustainable and prosperous future.
Digital Talent of the year with Orange

Choiseul Africa Award

Bamba LĂ”

Mr. Bamba Lo is a Senegalese entrepreneur recognized for his commitment to transforming logistics in Africa. As co-founder and CEO of PAPS, he combines his expertise in operations management with a bold vision to modernize the delivery sector. His leadership focuses on enhancing the efficiency and speed of delivery services while meeting the needs of businesses and consumers in rapidly growing urban environments.

Project of the year with African Guarantee Fund

Choiseul Africa Award

Moncef Belkhayat

Former Minister of Youth and Sports under the Abbas El Fassi government (2009-2011), Moncef Belkhayat currently heads an investment company active in several sectors in partnership with American multinationals. These sectors include industry, distribution, logistics, FMCG marketing, and pharmaceuticals across Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and, more recently, Europe.

Woman Leader of the year with l’Oreal

Choiseul Africa Award

Kanayo Awani

Ms. Kanayo Awani was elected to the Executive Committee (EXCOM) of FCI, the global representative body for the factoring, receivables finance, and asset-based lending industry. Ms. Awani was unanimously elected at FCI’s 55th Annual Meeting in Marrakech, Morocco, on November 2, 2023, to represent FCI’s affiliated members.

Grand Prix Choiseul  with AXA

Grand Prix Choiseul

Simon Tiemtore

Simon Tiemtoré is an entrepreneur and leader active in the African financial sector. He is recognized for his leadership in developing innovative and strategic solutions to drive economic growth and strengthen financial infrastructure across the continent. Leading various projects, he contributes to enhancing Africa's role in the global economic landscape.