Top 16 Youth-Owned Brands Awards announces winners
The vibrant atmosphere at Sandton’s Luxx Venue saw hundreds of attendees come together to honour Africa’s brightest young entrepreneurs at the highly anticipated 4th annual Top 16 Youth-Owned Brands Awards.
Hundreds of guests gathered at the Luxx Venue in Sandton on the evening of June 21 to celebrate youth excellence at the 4th annual Top 16 Youth-Owned Brands Awards (Yoba).
Since its inception in 2022, Yoba has become a prestigious platform recognising young entrepreneurs who are making significant impact across Africa in various sectors, from creative arts to technology.
The event showcased a diverse array of categories, including Creative & Arts, Agriculture, Food & Beverage, Hair & Beauty, Media, NPO & Charities, Travel & Tourism, Services, Technology, Health & Wellness, Education & Literature, Pan African Brand, Footwear & Accessories, Personalities & Influencers, and Manufacturing.
It celebrated young visionaries who are not only contributing to the economy but also shaping the continent’s image on the global stage.
Yoba founder and CEO Pat Mahlangu expressed his passion for youth development and innovation. “We are here to celebrate youth excellence. This awards platform was born out of my desire to support young people and to make an impact in their lives. It’s exciting to see our first international guest from Namibia receiving an award in person, and to have two previous award winners on stage hosting this ceremony for us. We aim to push boundaries and challenge the status quo.”
@caxtonjoburgnorth The 4th annual Top 16 Youth-Owned Brands Award winners announced at Luxx Venue, Sandton on the evening of June 21, 2025. Awardshow Sandton
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Among the standout winners was Grace Mondlana, a multiple award-winning content creator and recipient of the Top Personalities and Influencers Award. “I want to thank God because every time I create content, I think: ‘This cannot be humanly possible’, and to my community, thank you so much for your unwavering support.”
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