About us
We recognize outstanding organizations, innovators, and visionary leaders. Our awards highlight innovation, customer experience, sustainability, and leadership.
Our Story
About InstinctBusiness Summit and Awards 2026
The InstinctBusiness Africa Business Summit is a pan-African, cross-sector platform convening CEOs, founders, investors, policymakers, and senior business leaders to address the realities of building and scaling enterprises across Africa’s emerging and mature growth markets. At a time when African businesses must navigate complexity, capital constraints, digital transformation, and cross-border expansion simultaneously, the Summit provides a high-level forum for practical leadership dialogue, peer learning, and strategic collaboration.
Hosted in Nairobi and backed by InstinctBusiness’ editorial authority and convening experience, the Summit combines rigorous business conversations with leadership recognition, positioning it as a credible continental meeting point for shaping Africa’s next phase of enterprise growth.
IBA will celebrate outstanding achievements of organizations, business leaders, department, teams, entrepreneurs, founders, CEO’s, investors, advisors and business support service providers who are committed towards raising industry standards as well as promoting economic growth.
Why Enter the Award
Our past winners have attested to the transformative impact of our award, citing:
Elevated profile and enhanced reputation
Elevated profile and enhanced reputation, both nationally and internationally, within their company. industry, and among customers
Enhance trust and credibility
An Instinct Business Award positions your brand as a trusted leader, enhancing credibility and confidence among customers and stakeholders.
New opportunities to benefit projects
Gain visibility that attracts investors, partners, and resources, creating new opportunities for your current and future projects.
Networking and knowledge-sharing experiences
Connect with industry leaders, exchange ideas, and gain valuable insights that inspire growth and innovation.
Showcase achievements and inspire
Highlight your success stories, celebrate milestones, and inspire others to aim higher in their business journey.
Celebrate with team
Honor your team’s hard work, enjoy the recognition together, and create memories that inspire even greater results.
Objective
To celebrate the most outstanding businesses and the exceptional individuals driving their success and growth.
Secure Your Place Among Business Excellence
Join top entrepreneurs, CEOs, and innovators for an unforgettable night of recognition, networking, and opportunity. Register now to be part of the Instinct Business Awards.