Iconic International Holdings is proud to officially announce the date for the highly anticipated 100 Iconic Personalities of the Year 2026 Awards a prestigious event dedicated to honoring exceptional leaders, innovators, and influential figures shaping Africa’s future and impacting the global community.
The landmark event will take place on 10 April 2026 at the prestigious Oriental Hotel in Lagos, bringing together distinguished guests, global leaders, entrepreneurs, and visionaries from across Africa for an evening of recognition, celebration, and inspiration.
The 100 Iconic Personalities of the Year Awards serves as a powerful platform that recognizes excellence, celebrates transformational leadership, and promotes innovation, unity, and sustainable development across Africa and beyond. The initiative continues to reflect the organization’s commitment to empowering individuals whose contributions drive meaningful change and progress within society.
Speaking on the announcement, the Chief Executive Officer of Iconic International Holdings Tinotenda Michelle Chavundura reaffirmed the organization’s dedication to building a legacy of excellence and advancing global recognition of impactful leadership.
Tinotenda noted that “The 100 Iconic Personalities of the Year Awards is more than a celebration — it is a movement that honors greatness, inspires future leaders, and strengthens our collective vision for Africa’s growth and global influence.”
Iconic International Holdings looks forward to welcoming partners, stakeholders, and honorees to this historic gathering as the organization continues to set the standard for global recognition and leadership excellence said Malaika Lobengula the Executive Director of the organization.
According to Amb. Dr. Temisan O. Louis President/Founder of the Iconic International Holdings Group, This year’s edition in Lagos Nigeria will include a Business Summit beginning from 9am to 2pm and the Dinner Award event which will Honor and celebrate 100 Iconic Personalities from diverse industries across Africa and diaspora.
In the same vein, the Executive Global Vice President of Iconic International Holdings Amb. Apphia Nyasha Musavengana stated that As Per our mandate to position Iconic International Holdings as the Africa’s most reputable recognition platform, the event will Honor only thoroughly vetted and qualified individuals and organizations who have contributed immensely towards societal development and advancement over the years.