Fresh Face Icon Awards celebrates the entrepreneurial spirit across Africa.

We recognize entrepreneurs who distinguish themselves as business leaders, through passion and creativity in their ventures, contribution to advancing the status of their entrepreneurial journey through a greater social impact of their businesses.

The Fresh Face Icons is given in each of the 21 categories. The Icons will host an “Icons Awards 2025: Winner Fair Gala Exhibition”. This will only admit the winners of the award, for presentation and interview.

We host our award event online, No stage, No ticket sales, No performance.

The StuDio49 Management will come to your office or your preferred location to present the award to you only if you do not attend the “Icons Awards 2025: Winner Fair Gala Exhibition” presentation.

• Entrepreneur of the Year - Business Owner/CEO • Entrepreneur of the Year - Outstanding CEO  • Beauty Entrepreneur of the Year - Skincare/Cosmetics • Specialist Entrepreneur in Best Product - Weight Loss • Jewelry Entrepreneur - Business Owner/Dealer • Fashion Entrepreneur - Men Designer • Fashion Entrepreneur - Women Designer • Fabric Entrepreneur - Sales • Best Fashion Stylist - Entrepreneur • Best Hair Stylist - Entrepreneur • Best Photographer - Entrepreneur • Best Interior Entrepreneur - Decorator/Designer • Outstanding Influencer of the Year - Entrepreneur • Outstanding Realtor of the Year - Entrepreneur • Outstanding Entrepreneur in Creativity • RTW Fashion Brand of the Year • Outstanding RTW Fashion Brand • Top Leading Fashion Brand • Top Leading Skincare Brand • Top Leading Med Spa Brand • Top Leading Hair Brand • Top Leading Culinary Brand

Eligibility: Nominees are often individuals or brands who have demonstrated exceptional achievements, innovation, or leadership in their industry.

Nomination Process: Nominations can usually be submitted by peers, colleagues, or the individuals themselves.

Submission Requirements: Fill out nomination form, to be eligible.

Voting: Is open to the public to determine winners.

Announcement: Winners are announced on our official platforms, after the voting duration.

• to recognize and reward the passion and creativity of entrepreneurs.

• to inspire people of all age through the Fresh Face Icon Awards.

• to highlight for the general public the accomplishments of entrepreneurs.

• a certificate signed by the StuDio49.

• a trophy bearing the likeness of Fresh Face Icon Awards, and

• a three months contract for (graphic design/printing) terms and conditions apply.