Building on more than a decade of impact through Guzakuza, global nominations are now open for the Women in Food & Agribusiness Global Awards 2026, recognising excellence across the global food and agribusiness ecosystem.
United Kingdom, 7th Aug 2026 — Global nominations are now open for the Women in Food & Agribusiness (WiFAI) Global Awards 2026 , an international awards programme recognising women and allies whose work is advancing food and agribusiness through leadership, entrepreneurship, research, innovation, investment, sustainability and industry.
The Awards will be presented during the WiFAI Global Summit & Awards, taking place in London on 29 October 2026, bringing together leaders from across the global food and agribusiness ecosystem.
The WiFAI Global Awards builds on more than a decade of work by Guzakuza, an organisation that has created platforms, programmes and partnerships supporting women across food systems. Through leadership initiatives, international convenings and professional networks, Guzakuza has connected more than 11,000 women across 36 countries, contributing to collaboration and knowledge exchange across the sector.
The Awards continue that commitment by providing an international platform to recognise excellence across the food value chain and to highlight individuals and organisations contributing to the development of food systems around the world.
“The WiFAI Global Awards reflects the next stage in our journey of recognising leadership and creating opportunities across food systems,” said Nana Adjoa, Founder of Guzakuza and Convener of WiFAI Global.
“For more than a decade, Guzakuza has convened leaders, supported entrepreneurs and created platforms that bring people together. The WiFAI Global Awards extends that work by recognising excellence across the international food and agribusiness community.”
Award Categories
The 2026 Awards will recognise achievement across twenty categories, including:
- Woman Agribusiness Founder of the Year
- Woman Food Brand Founder of the Year
- Food Innovation Award
- AgriTech Innovator of the Year
- FoodTech Innovator of the Year
- Food Processing & Value Addition Award
- Research & Science Excellence Award
- Climate & Sustainability Leadership Award
- Nutrition & Food Security Leadership Award
- Rural Impact Award
- Media Recognition Award
- Global Ally Award
Additional categories recognise excellence in food manufacturing, exports, hospitality, investment, research, sustainability and leadership.
Nominations are open to individuals, organisations and institutions from around the world. Entries will be reviewed by an independent international jury comprising experts from academia, industry, research, government, investment and international development.
Universities, businesses, government institutions, professional associations, development organisations, research institutions and industry bodies are invited to submit nominations for individuals and organisations whose work aligns with the published award criteria.
The WiFAI Global Awards forms part of the WiFAI Global Summit & Awards, an international gathering that brings together leaders from business, government, academia, finance and development to exchange ideas, strengthen partnerships and explore opportunities across global food systems.
Key Dates
- Nominations Close: 30 August 2026
- Finalists Announced: September 2026
- Awards Ceremony: 29 October 2026, London, United Kingdom
- The Summit 28-29 October, 2026
For nomination guidelines and category information, visit:
Awards Website: www.wifaiawards.com
Submit a Nomination: www.wifaiawards.com/nominations
WiFAI Global Summit: www.wifaiglobal.com
About WiFAI
Women in Food & Agribusiness Innovation (WiFAI) is a global platform that convenes leaders across food, agribusiness, investment, research, technology, finance, policy and industry through international summits, awards, partnerships and media. WiFAI supports dialogue, collaboration and the exchange of knowledge across the global food and agribusiness ecosystem.
About Guzakuza
Guzakuza is an international organisation committed to creating opportunities for women across food systems. For more than a decade, it has designed leadership programmes, convened international events and built professional networks that have connected over 11,000 women across 36 countries. Its work focuses on strengthening leadership, entrepreneurship, collaboration and access to opportunities across the food and agribusiness ecosystem.
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Website: www.wifaiawards.com
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