14TH AFRICAN LEADERSHIP MAGAZINE PERSONS OF THE YEAR CEREMONY
The ALM Persons of the Year (POTY) awards presentation ceremony is a flagship annual event of the African Leadership Magazine, which has been held consecutively over the past 13 years, convening policymakers, private sector leaders, civil society leaders, thought leaders, and all stakeholders from across Africa and the rest of the world to discuss issues concerning Africa’s socio-economic growth and development. The event has also become a prestigious platform for honouring people-centred leadership and Africans who are pursuing a pan-African agenda in their chosen fields of endeavour.
Africa’s economy has demonstrated impressive resilience, expanding by 3.9% in 2023, and projections suggest continued growth in 2024. According to the World Bank, the continent’s GDP is expected to reach $3.3 trillion by 2025, with strong contributions from non-resource-rich economies. Despite this positive outlook, Africa still faces significant challenges, particularly in ensuring that the benefits of growth are widely shared, especially among marginalized communities.
SPECIAL GUESTS OF HONOR
H.E. Andry Rajoelina,President of Madagascar
- H.E. Jakaya Kikwete,
- Former President of Tanzania
- H.E. Fardowsa Osman Egal,
- Minister of Transport & Civil Aviation, Somalia
- H.E. Disney Ramos, Minister of Economy, São Tomé and Príncipe
- H.E. Rindra Rabarinirinarison, Minister of Finance, Madagascar
- Dr. Seinye Lulu-Briggs, Chairman, Moni Pulo Limited, Nigeria
- Dr. Christian N. Allison, The President/CEO, Liberian Bank for Development & Investment (LBDI),, Liberia
The 14th African Leadership Magazine Persons of the Year Ceremony in Casablanca, Morocco will therefore serve as a critical platform for thought leaders, policymakers, and industry experts to engage in high-level discussions on Africa’s most pressing issues, including governance, security, trade and regional integration. These discussions will lead to actionable solutions that address the continent’s challenges while positioning Africa for continued rise in the global economy. Additionally, the event will inspire African leaders to adopt inclusive, forward-thinking, and collaborative leadership approaches necessary for unlocking Africa’s full potential in an increasingly interconnected world.
Highlights of the event include:
- Keynote presentations & High-Level Thematic Panel Discussions
- Countries and States’ Governments Investment Showcase
- High-Level Networking Sessions
- African Banking Leadership Roundtable
- African Peace and Security Roundtable Session
- The 14th African Leadership Magazine Persons of the Year Awards presentation
- The Unveiling of ALM’s Top 25 Leading Universities in Africa
- Unveiling of the Special POTY edition of the African Leadership Magazine