Inaugural East Africa Somali Awards to be held in Nairobi

Nairobi will play host to the inaugural East Africa Somali Awards on April 15, 2025.

The event aims to recognize and celebrate the excellence and achievements of the Somali community across East Africa.

The awards will highlight individuals and organizations making significant contributions in various fields, including business, education, health, arts, and social development.

With categories including Startup of the Year, Entrepreneur of the Year, and CEO of the Year among others, the awards will highlight industry leaders, businesses, and changemakers whose efforts continue to transform the region’s economic and social landscape.

According to the organizers, the event will serve as a beacon of inspiration for the next generation, fostering ambition and excellence within the Somali community in East Africa.

“When success is recognized, it fuels greater innovation and progress,” said the event organizers.

“These awards will showcase role models who have overcome challenges, built thriving enterprises, and contributed to regional development.”

They also noted Nairobi’s unrivaled place as East Africa’s economic and diplomatic hub as the perfect backdrop for the celebration.