Zainab Hawa Bangura, a citizen of Sierra Leone, has received a nomination for the upcoming 50 African Trailblazers Award. The event is scheduled to take place on May 1, 2023, in Johannesburg, South Africa, coinciding with Workers Day. The award ceremony is designed to celebrate 50 African trailblazers who have demonstrated remarkable achievements in their respective fields, particularly in science and technology, finance, sports, and entrepreneurship.
Dashboard Africa Research Institute, in collaboration with a group of freelance journalists, selected the nominees for the 2023 African 50 Trailblazer Awards to ensure the process's utmost integrity. The nominees originate from various African countries, including Sierra Leone, Djibouti, the Gambia, Togo, Mauritania, and more.
Notable figures from different parts of Africa, such as heads of state, former heads of state, vice presidents, diplomats, and other dignitaries, are expected to attend the ceremony. Their presence will help highlight the event's significance in recognizing African trailblazers' accomplishments and inspiring others to pursue excellence. Furthermore, their attendance underscores the ceremony's importance in promoting African excellence and development.