What's Happening?
The Project Management Institute (PMI) celebrated the winners of the 2025 PMI Awards at the PMI Global Summit in Phoenix, Arizona. The awards recognize individuals, teams, and organizations for excellence
in project management. This year, Sub-Saharan Africa was prominently featured, with awardees from Angola, Ghana, Côte d'Ivoire, and South Africa acknowledged for their leadership, innovation, and social impact. Marco Romero from Angola received the PMI Rising Leader Award for his contributions to Angola's space ecosystem and STEM education. The MTN Ghana Project Management Office was named Africa PMO of the Year for its strategic alignment and executional excellence. Other honorees included Stéphanie-Laure Zoro from Côte d'Ivoire and South Africa's Greenpoint Educational Dome project.
Why It's Important?
The recognition of African project professionals at the PMI Awards highlights the region's growing influence in global project management. These awards underscore the potential for project management to drive national development, enterprise growth, and youth empowerment across Africa. As the demand for project professionals increases, these accolades can inspire more individuals to pursue careers in project management, contributing to economic growth and innovation. The achievements of African project managers demonstrate the continent's capacity to deliver world-class results, which can attract further investment and collaboration opportunities.
What's Next?
The PMI Awards serve as a catalyst for promoting project management as a career choice in Africa. With the projected need for 2.1 million project professionals in Sub-Saharan Africa by 2035, there is significant potential for growth in this field. Educational institutions and organizations may increase efforts to train and develop project management talent, aligning with global standards. The recognition of African professionals could lead to more international partnerships and projects, further integrating Africa into the global project management community.
