Recognition
Recognising excellence in digital leadership, innovation, creativity, entrepreneurship and professional contribution.
The African Digital Leadership Awards (ADLA) celebrate individuals who are making meaningful contributions to Africa’s digital future and inspiring the next generation of leaders.
The ADLA are an initiative of the African Digital Leaders Network (ADLN). The 2026 awards were presented on Saturday 18 July 2026 in Yaoundé, Cameroon, during the African Digital Conference – Strategic Digital Leadership Summit.
Africa’s digital transformation depends on skilled professionals who can turn ideas into strategies, strategies into action, and action into measurable impact. Recognising them makes their work visible and gives others examples to learn from.
The 2026 awards recognised leadership, executive excellence, personal branding, digital marketing and creativity.
ADLA 2026
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Executive Leadership Excellence Award 2026
CPD and Google-certified Digital Marketing Expert
Personal Branding Excellence Award 2026
Personal Brand Strategist and founder of Brandway Academy (BRAC)
Digital Marketing Excellence Award 2026
CPD-certified Digital Marketing Consultant and Strategist
Creative Excellence Award of the Year 2026
Graphic Designer and Creative Professional
Ceremony
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Read about the summit where the 2026 awards were presented.
