The BiG Africa Summit is proud to announce the shortlisted nominees for the 2026 Eventus Awards, recognising excellence, innovation, and leadership across Africa’s gaming ecosystem. These nominees represent the continent’s diversity, forward-thinking spirit, and commitment to raising standards in gaming and betting.
Ubuntu Leadership Award – Honouring leadership that embodies integrity, collaboration, and shared progress:
- Annalisa Emelia Samuels, Synot Games
- Edward O., Predict International Ltd & Superior Games Ltd
- Mohammad Ali Ismail, Pragmatic Play
- Musa Mngadi, ALGA
- Richmond Mouti, Botswana Esports Federation
- Tumelo Mokoena (MA), South African Responsible Gambling Foundation
Baobab Sustainability Award – Recognising dedication to responsible gaming and long-term market resilience:
- BETJARA
- Gal Sport Betting Tanzania
- Goldrush Slots Botswana (Pty) Ltd
- MulaSport Eswatini
- Sunbet
- SuperSportBet
Shining Savannah Innovator Award – Celebrating groundbreaking innovation in Africa’s gaming and betting sector:
- BetConstruct AI
- Global Lab
- Kiron Interactive
- PlaylogiQ
- QTech Games
- Skilrock Technologies
Zambezi Rising Star Award – Awarded to emerging players shaping the next generation of leaders:
- African Lotteries & Gaming Association (ALGA)
- ComplyGuard
- DSTGAMING
- Global Lab
- OCEAN GAMING CONSULT LTD
- PlaylogiQ
Kalahari Reach Award – For influence that drives engagement, visibility, and measurable impact:
- CoinGabbar
- Gaming NewsByte
- iGaming Africa Hub
- iGaming Nigeria
- MelBet Partners Affiliates
- SCCG Management
Mount Kilimanjaro Ascent Award – Honouring providers enabling operators to scale and enter new markets confidently:
- BetConstruct AI
- Choice Gaming
- DSTGAMING
- Kiron Interactive
- PopOK Gaming
- QTech Games
Mufasa Speaker Excellence Award – Presented to the most impactful and authoritative voice on the summit stage. The winner will be announced at the close of the summit after all sessions.
