FORBES AFRICA 30 Under 30 Class Of 2022 Call for Nomination

FORBES AFRICA 30 Under 30 Class Of 2022 Call for Nomination

The FORBES AFRICA 30 Under 30 list is the most-anticipated annual compilation of game-changers in Africa and for 2022, we are on the quest for 30 of the continent’s brightest achievers under the age of 30 from the categories of Business, Technology, Creatives, Sport and Science, particularly Health.

The Class of 2021 was an intrepid cast of young people who navigated the Covid-19 pandemic, also creating social impact.

Now, as we prepare for the eighth installment of the 30 Under 30 list, we also announce a few changes.

First, we have added Health/Science to the mix to especially celebrate young thinkers, professionals, and entrepreneurs on the frontline working tirelessly to improve Africa’s medical sector.

Applicants/nominees can also now choose more than one category to apply under. If you are a sports star with a business aimed at uplifting the sports sector, choose sports AND business. If you are a creative trying to find innovative ideas using digital landscapes to showcase art, choose the creative AND technology sectors.

Past honorees of the FORBES AFRICA 30 Under 30 list include names such as Mr. Eazi, Mihlali Ndamase, Lloyd Harris, Sho Madjozi, Bruce Diale, Antonio Depina, Karabo Poppy, Thuso Mbedu, Nomzamo Mbatha, Kabza De Small, Burna Boy, Nthabiseng Mosia, Davido, Shamim Nabuuma Kaliisa, Nasty C, Chad le Clos, and WizKid.

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FORBES AFRICA 30 Under 30

Application DeadlineNot Specified
TypeEntrepreneurs
SponsorForbes
GenderMen and Women

Aim and Benefits of FORBES AFRICA 30 Under 30

The FORBES AFRICA 30 Under 30 list is the most-anticipated annual compilation of game-changers in Africa and for 2022, we are on the quest for 30 of the continent’s brightest achievers under the age of 30 from the categories of Business, Technology, Creatives, Sport and Science, particularly Health.

Requirements for FORBES AFRICA 30 Under 30 Qualification

Business and Technology categories

  1. Must be an entrepreneur/founder aged 29 or younger on 31 May 2022
  2. Should have a legitimate REGISTERED business on the continent
  3. Business/businesses should be two years or older
  4. The more innovative the business the better
  5. Nominees must have risked own money and have a social impact
  6. Must be profit generating
  7. Must employ people in Africa
  8. All applications must be in English

Sports Category

  1. Must be a sports person aged 29 or younger on 31 May 2022
  2. Must be representing an African team
  3. Should have a proven track record of no less than two years
  4. Should be making significant earnings
  5. Endorsement deals would be a bonus
  6. Entrepreneurship and social impact is a plus especially if applying with the Business/Technology category. However business must be legitamate, registered and also two years or older.
  7. All applications must be in English

Creatives category

  1. Must be a creative aged 29 or younger on 31 May 2020
  2. Must be from or based in Africa
  3. Should be making significant earnings
  4. Should have a proven creative record of no less than two years
  5. Entrepreneurship and social impact is a plus especially if applying with the Business/Technology category. However business must be legitamate, registered and also two years or older.
  6. All applications must be in English

Health/Science

  1. Must be a creative aged 29 or younger on 31 May 2022
  2. Must be from or based in Africa
  3. Should have a proven record in the field of health and/or science for no less than two years.
  4. Must have social influence and impact.
  5. Entrepreneurship and social impact is a plus especially if applying under the Business/Technology category. However, the business must be legitimate, registered and also two years or older.
  6. All applications must be in English

Interview date, Process and Venue for FORBES AFRICA 30 Under 30

If you think you have what it takes to be on the MOST coveted list for 2022, or know any change-makers in the business, technology, creative, sports or health/science sectors under the age of 30 with a proven track record on the African continent introduce them to FORBES AFRICA by applying or submitting your nomination.

Application Deadline

Not Specified

How to Apply

For more details, visit the website.


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