{"id":104863,"date":"2025-12-01T12:02:36","date_gmt":"2025-12-01T12:02:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sotnews.agency\/?p=104863"},"modified":"2025-12-01T12:02:36","modified_gmt":"2025-12-01T12:02:36","slug":"emy-africa-marks-ten-years-of-celebrating-the-continents-finest","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sotnews.agency\/?p=104863","title":{"rendered":"EMY Africa marks ten years of celebrating the continent\u2019s finest"},"content":{"rendered":"
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EMY Africa marked its tenth anniversary on the night of 22nd November, 2025, at the Grand Arena in Accra with measured elegance and a firm reminder of how far the scheme has come. <\/p>\n

What began a decade ago has grown into one of the continent\u2019s most credible records of distinction, capturing the work and influence of achievers from Accra to the rest of the world.<\/p>\n

This milestone edition brought together statesmen, cultural figures, emerging talents and individuals whose work often happens away from the spotlight but continues to move the continent forward. The atmosphere mixed ceremony with a sense of shared purpose, as the honourees themselves embodied the ongoing story of African achievement.<\/p>\n

Performances gave the night its emotional rhythm. Joe Mettle opened with a calm and devotional set that created a steady tone. Efya followed with a controlled and elegant vocal delivery that warmed the hall. Ofori Amponsah shifted the mood with familiar favourites that drew the audience into collective nostalgia.<\/p>\n

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Adina continued with a touching tribute to Daddy Lumba and to the leaders and legends Ghana lost this year. Samini closed with a burst of energy that lifted the room and sealed the anniversary on a strong note.<\/p>\n

Sir Sam Jonah topped this year\u2019s honours as Man of the Year (Man of the Decade). The recognition reflects his long-standing influence across enterprise and public leadership. Afi Amoro, whose creative vision reshaped Ghana\u2019s event production landscape, received Woman of the Year in acknowledgement of her precision, innovation and sustained impact.<\/p>\n

The 10th Anniversary honourees included:<\/p>\n

\u25cf Sam Jonah, Man of the Year (Man of the Decade)<\/p>\n

\u25cf Afi Amoro, Woman of the Year<\/p>\n

\u25cf Rev. Dr Chris Tsui Hesse, Lifetime Achievement Award<\/p>\n

\u25cf Anthony Baffour, Continental Icon Award<\/p>\n

\u25cf Marcel Desailly, Continental Icon Award<\/p>\n

\u25cf Dr Osei Kwame Despite, Special Recognition Award<\/p>\n

\u25cf Tanal Ghanadour, Settler Award<\/p>\n

\u25cf Dr Samuel Ato Duncan, Asclepian Award (Man of the Year \u2013 Health)<\/p>\n

\u25cf Mathew Asanpambilla Agambire (Bondaana), Discovery of the Year<\/p>\n

\u25cf Ibrahim Oppong Kwarteng, Humanitarian Award<\/p>\n

\u25cf Kwabena Dwumfour, PAV Ansah Communicator Award<\/p>\n

\u25cf Kusi Boye Doe, Designer of the Year<\/p>\n

\u25cf Gilbert Ampiah, Man of Courage<\/p>\n

\u25cf Mfantsipim Old Boys Association (MOBA), Group of the Year<\/p>\n

\u25cf Nduka Obaigbena, Media Excellence Award<\/p>\n

\u25cf Ambiance by Talata, Brand of the Year<\/p>\n

\u25cf Ugochukwu Omeogu, The Guardian Award<\/p>\n

\u25cf Thapelo Mokoena, Actor of the Year<\/p>\n

\u25cf McKingtorch Africa, Green Corporate Star Award<\/p>\n

\u25cf Aisha Ayensu, Young Achiever (Female)<\/p>\n

\u25cf Richard Nii Armah Quaye, Young Achiever (Male)<\/p>\n

\u25cf Frank Kwakye Jnr., Creative and Support Arts Award<\/p>\n

\u25cf Prof. Sampson Effah Apraku, Magnate Award<\/p>\n

\u25cf Fabris Mulindi, Youth Change Maker Award<\/p>\n

\u25cf Gregory Bortey Promise Newman (King Promise), Man of the Year \u2013 Music<\/p>\n

\u25cf Seth Donkor, Man of the Year \u2013 Technology<\/p>\n

\u25cf Theophilus Nii Kpakpo Allotey, Man of the Year \u2013 Sports<\/p>\n

\u25cf Dr Akin Faminu, Man of Style<\/p>\n

Together, they presented a clear picture of Africa today: inventive, resilient, stylish and ambitious.<\/p>\n

The night also underlined EMY Africa\u2019s own transformation. What started as an awards scheme has evolved into a cultural institution with a magazine that documents contemporary excellence, an expo that links industry and creativity, and symposiums held in Accra, New York and London that gather thinkers shaping the continent\u2019s future.<\/p>\n

Beyond the applause, the evening served as a reminder that African brilliance is deliberate, steady and deserving of recognition. For ten years, EMY Africa has created a space for that recognition, not as spectacle but as a sustained commitment.<\/p>\n

About EMY Africa<\/p>\n

EMY Africa celebrates the achievements and aspirations of exceptional individuals across the continent. Through its awards, magazine, symposiums and expo, the organisation continues to honour those shaping culture, enterprise and community.<\/p>\n

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