The Africa MICE Awards 2026 are officially open for nominations, inviting organizations, destinations, venues, and professionals from across the continent to submit their entries for recognition.
The Awards, which will be presented at a prestigious gala ceremony on 2 October 2026 in Mombasa, Kenya, celebrate excellence, innovation, and leadership across the entire Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) ecosystem.
With over 60 award categories spanning destinations, convention bureaus, venues, event delivery, supply chain services, innovation, sustainability, talent, policy, and media, the Awards offer a comprehensive platform to recognize outstanding contributions to Africa's business events industry.
Why Participate?
Industry Recognition
Prestigious acknowledgement from peers and stakeholders across Africa's MICE sector
Networking Opportunities
Exclusive gala dinner and networking events with 500+ industry leaders
Business Growth
Enhanced brand visibility and new business opportunities
Premium Branding
Year-round leverage of award-winning status in marketing and communications
Key Dates
Nominations Open
June 3, 2026
Nominations Close
July 15, 2026
Shortlist Announced
August 5, 2026
Judging Period
July – August 2026
Eligibility Period
June 2025 – April 2026
Awards Gala
October 2, 2026
Categories Across the MICE Ecosystem
Destination & Geographic Excellence
Recognizing leading MICE destinations and cities
Convention Bureaus & Destination Promotion
Honouring excellence in destination marketing and bidding
Venues & Infrastructure
Celebrating top hotels, sustainable venues, and smart venues
Event Delivery & Organisation
Recognizing leading event organizers and exhibitions
Supply Chain & Service Providers
Honouring AV, technology, logistics, and DMC partners
Innovation & Technology
Celebrating AI, data-driven solutions, and digital campaigns
Sustainability, ESG & Social Impact
Recognizing environmentally friendly and community-focused events
Trade, Investment & Economic Impact
Highlighting PPPs and MICE projects driving growth
People, Talent & Leadership
Honouring industry leaders, rising stars, and talent development
Policy & Institutional Excellence
Recognizing government-led initiatives and regional collaboration
Media, Branding & Communications
Celebrating outstanding MICE media and journalism
Special Convenor's Awards
Lifetime Achievement Award and Legacy Project Award
Submissions are evaluated through a multi-stage process involving independent jury review, shortlisting, and final deliberation to ensure fair and unbiased recognition.
Submit Your Nomination Today
For more information and to submit a nomination, visit the official Awards platform.
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