Award Categories
Your innovation deserves recognition. The EPF Tech Awards is now accepting nominations across 8 categories.
Tech Visionary of the Year
For leaders and thinkers who are shaping the strategic direction of technology in South Africa and across the continent.
Startup of the Year
Recognising the most promising early-stage venture turning a bold idea into a scalable, real-world technology solution.
Social Impact Award
For innovators using technology to solve critical social challenges, from education and healthcare to water, energy, and employment.
AI & Data Excellence of the Year
Honours the most impactful application of artificial intelligence and data science deployed to improve lives across Africa.
FinTech Innovator Award
Celebrating breakthroughs in financial technology, from digital payments and lending to insurance and financial inclusion tools.
Women in Tech Award
Celebrating women who are breaking barriers, building tech businesses, and inspiring the next generation of female innovators across Africa.
TownshipTech Leader
Recognising township-based innovators and entrepreneurs building technology solutions that transform their communities from within.
People's Choice Tech Award
Voted by the public, for the innovator or team whose work has resonated most with communities across South Africa.