On Tuesday, 22 October 2024, the 6th edition of the Community and Human Rights (CAHR) Africa Awards took centre stage at the Ford Foundation office in Ikoyi, Lagos, bringing together a powerful network of advocates, corporate leaders, community organisers, and policy influencers from across the continent. More than an awards ceremony, the event served as a platform for reflection, recognition, and reaffirmation of our collective commitment to human rights and inclusive development in Africa.
Rooted in values of equity, empathy, and accountability, the CAHR Africa Awards has grown into one of the continent’s most respected recognition platforms for champions of community development and social justice. The 2024 ceremony was a vibrant showcase of resilience, diversity, and purpose spotlighting individuals and organisations who have shown that progress is not just possible, but inevitable when guided by integrity and the courage to act.
Six outstanding recipients were honoured across core award categories, alongside special recognitions for those whose leadership has advanced sustainable human development in extraordinary ways.
2024 Award Recipients:
- Omotoyosi Odufuye – Hajiya Gambo Sawaba Community Impact Award
- Bukar Mohammed – Apostle Hayford Alile Humanitarian Award
- Mercy Odondo – Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti Human Rights Award
- Yield Africa – MKO Abiola Community Engagement Award
- Tech Herfrica – Josephine Nkemdilim Masade Award for Gender Equality
- Ifenla Oligbinde – Mallam Aminu Kano Award for Leadership
These honourees represent the best of African excellence — advocates who have stepped forward to protect rights, amplify marginalised voices, and shape a future rooted in justice and dignity.
Now Open: Nominations for the 7th CAHR Africa Awards (2025 Edition)
As we look back with pride, we look forward with purpose. The nomination window for the 7th CAHR Africa Awards is officially open. We invite you to recognise the changemakers in your communities — individuals and organisations who are advancing equity, defending human rights, and building Africa from the ground up.
Whether you are nominating someone else or submitting on behalf of your work, this is your opportunity to be part of a movement that celebrates not just action, but impact.
🔗 Submit your nomination via this link: https://bit.ly/CAHR-nominations
Deadline: Friday, 20 June 2025