NOMINATIONS EXTENDED
Ranks Africa has officially extended public nominations for the Ranks Africa People of the Year 2026 across all industries.
Following the opening of public nominations for the first time, the nomination period will now remain open until:
30 September 2026
From business, fashion, beauty, technology and finance to entertainment, sports, automobile, real estate, aviation, energy, healthcare, tourism, media, agriculture, public service, social impact and more, the initiative seeks to identify outstanding individuals making significant impact across Africa and beyond.
TO NOMINATE
Send your nomination to:
info@ranksafrica.com info@ranksafrica.com
Include:
• Full name of nominee
• Country
• Profession/industry
• Category of nomination
• Current role, organisation or brand
• Brief profile
• Key achievements and impact in 2026
• Reason for nomination
• Relevant website/social media links
• Supporting links or evidence, where available
• Nominator’s name and contact details
Self-nominations are accepted. There is no nomination fee.
Click the link below to view all categories and nomination details.
Ranks Africa People of the Year 2026: Public Nominations Are Now Open
NEW DEADLINE: 30 SEPTEMBER 2026
All nominations are subject to research, verification and editorial assessment by Ranks Africa.
RANKS AFRICA PEOPLE OF THE YEAR 2026
Recognising the people shaping industries, communities and the African story.
Click the link below to view all categories and nomination details.
Ranks Africa People of the Year 2026: Public Nominations Are Now Open




