CIPS Africa Excellence in Procurement & Supply Awards 2025

The Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) Africa Excellence in Procurement & Supply Awards 2025 are back, bigger and more impactful.

With 16 award categories open for nominations, this year’s programme shines a spotlight on procurement professionals who are setting the pace across sectors, industries, and borders. From ethical leadership and inclusive development to public impact and social value, the awards celebrate those using procurement as a force for good in Africa.

Recognition inspires excellence. Whether you’re shining the spotlight on a colleague, a project team, or yourself, nominations help elevate the profile of procurement and demonstrate the measurable difference it makes across society and business. Let’s celebrate those who are building a better procurement profession from grassroots teams to executive leaders.

Nomination deadline extended to 13 June 2025
You now have more time to prepare your entry and ensure that the people and projects making a difference don’t go unnoticed.

Five spotlight categories

Leader of the Year
Honours an outstanding individual who has shown strategic leadership, ethical influence, and measurable impact. Recognise someone who inspires teams, transforms supply chains, and sets a high bar for procurement leadership in Africa.

Public Procurement Project of the Year
Rewards a public sector initiative that has delivered exceptional value, transparency, or service delivery improvements. Celebrate procurement that is changing lives, advancing development, and building public trust.

Procurement Team of the Year – Small Organisation
Acknowledges high-performing teams (fewer than 20 people) achieving outsized results in procurement outcomes. Showcase agile teams that are proof that big results don’t require big numbers – just strategy and skill.

Outstanding People Development Programme
Highlights organisations investing in capability uplift through training, mentorship, and upskilling. Shine a light on organisations that are growing talent, nurturing careers, and building the profession from within.

Best Initiative to Deliver Social Value Through Procurement
Recognises initiatives using procurement to achieve community impact, equity, or sustainability. Applaud purpose-led procurement that serves society, not just the bottom line.

All 16 categories are now open for nominations.

Whether you’re leading on ESG, championing diversity, or pioneering transformation in your industry – there’s a category for you.

Winners will be announced at the prestigious gala dinner on 7 August 2025 at The Houghton Hotel, Johannesburg, as part of the CIPS Africa Connect & Engage Conference.

• Free entry for active CIPS members and conference attendees
• Group members can submit across multiple categories
• Judged by a panel of leading procurement professionals from across Africa.

Submit your nomination here or email: connectandengage@cips.org

Brought to you by The Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS).

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