TechTrends Media has announced the upcoming TechTrends Innovation Awards 2025, which will be held as part of the TechTrends AI-Powered Business Transformation Forum in Nairobi.

The awards will recognize and celebrate organizations and innovators that are driving digital inclusion, responsible AI adoption, and next-generation business transformation in Africa. Winners will be honored live at the forum in front of senior business leaders, policymakers, innovators, and technology experts.

This year’s forum is supported by several leading partners who represent the ecosystem of innovation, governance, security, and consumer technology. Among them is itel Mobile, a global leader in affordable smartphones that continues to empower millions of Kenyans with access to AI-powered devices and digital connectivity. Sama, a pioneer in ethical AI and data solutions, is also a key partner, ensuring the development of responsible and inclusive AI through high-quality training data powered by human annotators in Kenya.

The event is further supported by Africa Business Communities, a digital B2B media company that connects businesses across the continent through news, data, and networking platforms, as well as the Lawyers Hub, a pan-African legal-tech organization shaping digital policy, governance, and responsible AI adoption. On the cybersecurity front, CYBERPRO joins as a partner helping businesses and institutions secure their digital assets in an AI-driven world, while Essential Accessories, a Kenyan retail and distribution company, brings innovative devices and enterprise hardware to today’s digital-first consumers.

Together, these partners highlight the collaborative effort needed to shape an inclusive digital future for Africa and demonstrate the importance of bridging technology, policy, and business innovation.

Speaking ahead of the event, Nixon Kanali, Founder of TechTrends Media, said “The TechTrends Innovation Awards will honor the visionaries and organizations making AI practical, ethical, and accessible for Africa. These partnerships reflect the collective commitment required to ensure that technology delivers both business value and social impact.”

The forum will conclude with the TechTrends Innovation Awards 2025, recognizing outstanding contributions in digital inclusion, device innovation, responsible AI practices, and policy leadership.