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BEYOND SUSTAINABILITY - AFRICAN TRAILBLAZER

Entry Form

Who can submit an entry for this Award?
Any adult individual having a positive social or/and environmental impact in the African continent
What will the judges be looking for?:
Judges will be assessing the level of individual contribution based on tangible impact in the African continent and the ability to inspire others to drive the sustainability agenda.
What is the process?
Application Period: 24 June to 20 August 2026
Adjudication: 21 August to 7 September 2026
Top 5 Finalists Announcement: 20 September 2026
Winner Announcement – Award Ceremony : 30 September 2026
Please reach out to if you have any questions regarding this application to
hannelie@esgafricaconference.com

1.Name of the nominee(Required.)
2.Is this submission being made for self or by a nominator?(Required.)
3.If the submission is being made by a nominator then please provide the following details(Required.)
4.How many years have you been actively involved in sustainability, ESG, climate, social impact, governance, circular economy, or related fields?
5.Briefly describe your current role and responsibilities. (150 words)
6.What sustainability challenge, opportunity or issue have you personally championed, why was it important and what was the impact? (150 words)

Please attach any evidence at the end of the form below (Q12)
7.Describe how you have influenced strategy, decision-making, culture or business practices within the organisation, industry or community. (250 words)

Please attach any evidence at the end of the form below (Q12)
8.What are the three most significant sustainability outcomes achieved through your leadership, what made this approach innovative or different from existing practices and what barriers or challenges did you have to overcome? (300 words)

Please attach any evidence at the end of the form below (Q12)
9.How have you influenced people or organisations beyond your immediate area of responsibility? Describe any mentoring, advocacy, thought leadership, publications, speaking engagements, industry working groups or collaborative initiatives you have participated in. (250 words)

Please attach any evidence at the end of the form below (Q12)
10.How do you ensure transparency, accountability and ethical leadership in your sustainability work and what personal values drive your commitment to sustainability? (250 words)
11.What lasting legacy do you believe your work will leave for Africa, future generations, industries or communities? (250 words)(Required.)
12.Attach evidence/reference/ testimonial letter in support of this submission
[If you are experiencing difficulty attaching the documents, please email them to hannelie@esgafricaconference.com)(Required.)
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13.By submitting this application, I agree to the Terms and Conditions of the Beyond Awards(Required.)