2. Prestigious Global Awards , 4th Edition (Read more about the event)
Date : Friday 24th April 2026 Time : 13.00 - 17.30
Venue : Finnkino Kinopalatsi, Helsinki (Pääsali) Kaisaniemenkatu 2, 00100 Helsinki
Capacity : 400 seats : Click To Register
Embedded Files
Prestigious Global Awards – 4th Edition
Prestigious Global Awards – 4th Edition
Awards Theme : CELEBRATING CHANGE MAKERS, CHANGING THE NARRATIVES
Awards Theme : CELEBRATING CHANGE MAKERS, CHANGING THE NARRATIVES
Date: Friday, 24 April 2026
Time: 13:00 – 17:30
Venue : Finnkino Kinopalatsi, Helsinki (Pääsali) Kaisaniemenkatu 2, 00100 Helsinki
OFFICIAL PROGRAM | 12:30 – 17:30
OFFICIAL PROGRAM | 12:30 – 17:30
12:30 – 13:00 | Red Carpet & Media Interviews
Red carpet arrivals
Media interviews by Ejay
Photography & press coverage
13:00 – 13:10 | Opening Musical Performance
Monique Seka – Opening Song (Official opening of the event)
13:10 – 13:25 | Opening Ceremony
Opening prayer / cultural welcome
Welcome address by the Host / Organising Committee
Introduction of the Awards Theme
13:25 – 13:45 | Cultural Display & Flag Procession
Cultural performances representing participating countries
Simultaneous flag procession symbolising unity, diversity, and shared narratives
13:45 – 14:05 | Recognition of Distinguished Guests
Introduction of Guests from Africa
Introduction of Guests from Finland & the Nordics
14:05 – 14:20 | Musical Performance
Sparky (The Gambia) – Performance I
14:20 – 15:05 | Nordic Africa Business Forum Panel Discussion
Theme: Advancing Nordic-Africa Partnerships Towards Agenda 2030 & Agenda 2063
Panelists: Business leaders, investors, and policymakers
Interactive dialogue on strategic partnerships, cross-border opportunities, and sustainable development
15:05 – 15:20 | Live Band Performance
El Doxa Band – Performance I
15:20 – 15:35 | Musical Performance
Monique Seka – Performance II
15:35 – 15:50 | Special Guest Address
Address on leadership, impact, and changing global narratives
15:50 – 16:50 | Prestigious Global Awards Ceremony
Award presentations
Honouring change makers from Africa and the Nordics
Official photo moments
16:50 – 17:00 | Musical Performance
Sparky (The Gambia) – Performance II
17:00 – 17:15 | Live Band Performance
El Doxa Band – Performance II
17:15 – 17:25 | Magazine Launch
Launch of the next 10 magazine editions
Group photo with award recipients and dignitaries
17:25 – 17:30 | Vote of Thanks & Closing Remarks
Appreciation to partners, guests, performers, and awardees
Official close of the awards ceremony
EVENING PROGRAM
EVENING PROGRAM
Private Dinner (By Invitation Only)
Private Dinner (By Invitation Only)
COST : Individuals pays their own dinning
Exclusive private dinner with international guests, dignitaries, and partners
Closed-door networking and high-level conversations
Official After-Party
Official After-Party
Venue: To be announced to participants in Finland
Celebration continues with an exclusive After-Party Experience
Extended live performances by Sparky (The Gambia) for night lovers
Music, networking, and social celebration in a relaxed atmosphere
The awards segment celebrates transformative leadership, diplomatic excellence, and entrepreneurial achievements that strengthen relations between Africa and the Nordic region.
7 Award Categories:
The Ousainou Darboe Statesmanship Award – Recognizing exceptional political leadership and statesmanship. (Named after the former Vice President of the Gambia on 21st September 2025 in the presence of His Excellency ANM Ousainou Darboe)
The Nana Kodwo Addae II Crown of Legacy Award – A distinguished honour established in recognition of the living legend and influence of Nana Kodwo Addae II for exemplary recipients.
The Africa Diplomatic Excellence Award – Recognizing diplomats promoting strong bilateral and multilateral cooperation.
The Global Leadership Legacy Award – Honoring top-level executives or government officials shaping global partnerships.
The Women in Diplomacy and Leadership Award – Changing Narratives – Celebrating women leaders redefining diplomacy, governance, and corporate influence across continents.
The Africa Global Excellence in Innovation Award – Empowering Sustainable Growth– Recognizing entrepreneurs, business leaders and innovators whose work strengthens Africa's position and partnership in the wider International community.
The Global Influential Impact Award – Celebrating Visionaries in Music, Entertainment, Entrepreneurship and Ambassadorship - Honour leaders with global influence on the world stage and inspire cross-continental collaboration
Award Categories
Award Categories
Nordic–Africa Sustainable Investment Award
Innovation & Digital Transformation Award
Green Economy & Climate Impact Award
Diaspora Economic Bridge Builder Award
Youth & Emerging Leader Award
Education & Skills Partnership Award
Selection Criteria
Selection Criteria
Cross-border collaboration
Measurable impact
SDG alignment
Scalability & innovation
2026 Event Partners
'Tell me a story' : Grand Artistic Exhibition by Mrs Kati Kivisaari (Ghana Consular Helsinki)
Nordic Cooling , Finland
Helsinki Metro Taxi , Finland
UDP Finland Chapter
Page updated
Google Sites
Report abuse