LAGOS, NIGERIA & KINSHASA, DR CONGO — Iconic International Holdings has officially opened the call for nominations for the highly anticipated Iconic 500 List Celebrating visionary leadership, innovation, and sustainable impact across the continent, the 2026 edition will make its historic official release on December 10th, 2026, in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo.
The Iconic 500 List spotlights extraordinary changemakers, corporate executives, tech innovators, creative industry titans, and civil society leaders from Nigeria, the host nation DR Congo, and across the broader African economic landscape.
This year’s campaign emphasizes intra-African collaboration, economic integration, and the realization of sustainable development goals aligned with the African Union Agenda 2063.
Speaking on the launch of the nomination drive, the leadership of Iconic International Holdings emphasized the importance of recognizing indigenous excellence:
"Africa's growth story is written every day by dynamic innovators, industry pioneers, and community builders who refuse boundaries.
The Iconic 500 List is our commitment to elevating these voices, celebrating exceptional leadership, and inspiring the next generation of continental transformation."
Key Focus Areas for Nominations:
Corporate & Business Leadership: Founders, CEOs, and executive trailblazers scaling sustainable enterprises.
Technology & Digital Innovation: Fintech disruptors, AI pioneers, and tech infrastructure builders.
The Creative & Cultural Economy: Icons in music, fashion, film, and media shaping global pop culture from Africa.
Social Impact & Governance: Philanthropists, policy advocates, and change-makers driving grassroots development.
Nominations are open to the public and can be submitted via the official digital portal.
The evaluation process is guided by a rigorous review framework administered by the Iconic Council advisory board, focusing on impact, innovation, leadership, and sustainability.
Submission Deadline: 10th November 2026
Official Release Date: December 10th, 2026, in Kinshasa, DR Congo.
For media inquiries, partnership opportunities, or to submit a nomination, please visit www.iconictimesafrica.com and www.iconicinternationalholdings.org
