Tana Malinga

Soon, Standard bank will gather with partners to celebrate the women who are shaping Africa’s tomorrow with courage, innovation and unstoppable determination. The Standard Bank Top Women Awards will bring together leaders, dreamers, builders, and change makers from across the continent.

This year’s theme, “Her Power. Africa’s Future,” will remind us that every step forward for a woman is a step forward for Africa. The awards will honour women who are breaking barriers, lifting communities, building businesses, leading in boardrooms, and inspiring the next generation.

From technology to education, health to entrepreneurship, public service to social impact, the finalists will show what is possible when women rise, lead, and shine. Their achievements will prove that progress happens when women are given space, support, and recognition.

As we move toward this powerful celebration, we look forward to a future shaped by fearless African women who will continue to rewrite the story of leadership. Their work will light the way for young girls who dare to dream big and believe they can be anything.

Here’s to the women who will use their voices, their skills, and their strength to change lives.
Here’s to partnerships that will open doors.
Here’s to leadership that will lift others.
Here’s to excellence that will inspire the continent.

We will honour power.
We will honour progress.
We will honour African women, because HER POWER will shape AFRICA’S FUTURE.