5th Annual Top 16 Youth-Owned Brands Awards

What are the Top 16 Youth-Owned Brands Awards?

The Top 16 Youth-Owned Brands Awards is a premium, high-impact evening dedicated to recognising and celebrating the most outstanding youth-owned businesses across  Africa.

These awards honour brands that are not only building successful businesses, but also creating jobs, shaping culture, and contributing to the country’s economic growth.

It’s a room filled with ambition and influence. Entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, media, and key stakeholders come together in one space, creating an environment where recognition meets real opportunity.

The evening is designed to elevate. From the moment guests arrive, the experience signals prestige, credibility, and progress. For nominees and winners, it’s a moment of validation. For attendees, it’s access to a network that can open doors beyond the event itself.

This is more than a ceremony.
It’s a platform for visibility, credibility, and growth.

This is where excellence is recognised.
This is where brands step into legacy.

Standard Tickets

Standard Ticket – R1250

• Access to the awards ceremony
• General seating
• Networking opportunity

VIP Experience

VIP Awards Ticket – R1,650

• VIP access to the awards ceremony
• Priority seating
• Exclusive networking access
• Premium guest experience

This is for those who want to be in the right rooms, with the right people.