Nominations for 2026 Luminary Changemakers Are Closed
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What Makes a Great Nomination
Who We're Looking For
While 2026 nominations are closed, here's the bar every Luminary Changemaker is held to – so you can start preparing today.
Verified, Founder-Led
Any individual or organisation actively running a non-profit or social-impact initiative in Africa – with a credible founder and transparent governance.
Demonstrable Community Outcomes
Work that can be evidenced on the ground – programmes delivered, people served, and measurable change created in the communities you serve.
Ready to Be Verified & Scaled
Founders and organisations ready to be mentored, verified, and certified through The Luminary Fellowship – and scaled with credible funding pathways.
Keep Exploring The Luminary Project
While nominations are closed, meet the verified changemakers already shaping the continent – and see what the Fellowship makes possible.