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A continental gathering on women's leadership, electoral integrity and civic empowerment across Africa.
Our Past Events & Legacy
Explore the milestones and landmark gatherings that have shaped the Pan African Women Projects over the years.
African Youths Development Entertainment Awards Night 2024
"EMPOWERING YOUTHS TO EXCELL"
The Awards was a West African edition held in Liberia at the Ocean Drive Beach & Resort, Sinkor, Congo Town, Monrovia. The ceremony is part of the Pan African Women Project, focusing on promoting talented youths in entertainment in Liberia and West Africa as a whole.
The event was honored by the presence of Madam Macdella Cooper (Special Advisor to the President of Liberia on Political Affairs, representing the First Lady HE Madam Katumu Boakai), Dr. Mrs Eno Ben Udensi (Head of Mission PAWP), and Hon. Augusta James Teima (Minister of Sports Sierra Leone).
Awards Categories
1. Talented Liberian Youths in Entertainment
- Weyetta Rosemarie Mckeever (Sassy MC) - CEO of Xcellence Media, multi-award winning host
- Future D. Doe - Innovative entrepreneur
- Malcolm Li Smith - Contemporary poet and spoken word artist
- Tan Tan Boakai - Award-winning recording artist
- Mariama Tuzee Toure - Founder of T's Twist organic beverages
- Wally Alicia Loveland (De Licia) - Digital content creator & DJ
- Duke Blaq - Hit-making music producer
- Steta Tweet Jah - Artist manager and event planner
- Gladys Gorwor Kota - Inspiring visually impaired artist
- Jonatha Lee Pratt (Jzyno) - Chart-topping singer/songwriter
- Dat Way Ezzy - Musician and artist
- Ertamar Thompson - Award-winning actress and digital marketer
Presented by Hon. J. Byrant McGill, Ministry of Youths and Sports.
2. Talented Youths in Entertainment in West Africa
- Mr. Throne Walltam Griffin Jnr (D.J. Dollar) - World-class DJ from Senegal
- Michael Kanessie (Tripple Hardest) - Sierra Leonean singer and producer
- Lady Quincy K Prinnce - Gambian Reggae/Dancehall artist
- Maya Blu - Ghanaian Afrobeat artist
- Charles Chibueze Chukwu (Crayon) - Nigerian singer and songwriter
- Desmond Kwesi Blackmore (D Black) - Ghanaian Afrobeat mogul
Presented by Hon. J. Byrant McGill and Hon. Kuta Ronell Gbakolay.
3. Promoters of Youths Empowerment in West Africa
Recognizing key figures collaborating with governments and NGOs to drive investment, job creation, and poverty reduction.
Meet Our 2024 Awardees
Event Highlights
African Fashion Competition and Awards 2012
Hosted at Le Méridien Hotel, Uyo, this event was part of our mandate to empower African youths and women to promote creative enterprise across the continent.
Objectives
- Discover and showcase emerging fashion talents across Africa
- Create a platform for economic empowerment for women & youth
- Promote African fabrics, heritage, and identity
- Facilitate networking between designers, investors, and markets
Key Highlights
- Participation: Designers from Nigeria, Ghana, Benin Republic, Kenya, South Africa, Cote d'Ivoire, and the diaspora.
- Categories: Traditional African Wear, Contemporary Afro-Fusion, Accessories & Beadwork, Young Designer of the Year.
- Awards: $5,000 cash prizes, sewing equipment, scholarships, and international exhibition slots.
Impact & Legacy
The event provided visibility for over 40 emerging designers, with 3 winners securing export contracts for their collections. It established PAWP's footprint in creative industry advocacy, leading to subsequent partnerships with trade ministries and cultural institutions to mainstream fashion as a tool for youth and women empowerment.
Event Gallery
Pan African Women Conference 2009
Our inaugural conference laying the groundwork for continental advocacy and women's empowerment across Africa.
Event Gallery
Moments of impact.
