The third edition of the Ghana Youth Excellence Awards (GYEA) took place on May 23, 2025, at the National Theatre in Accra, honoring young Ghanaians for their outstanding contributions across various fields. The vibrant event, featuring performances by artists like Kofi Jamar and Wisa Greid, recognized 40 individuals and organizations for their brilliance, resilience, and innovation in shaping communities and inspiring the next generation.
2025 GYEA Winners
Youth Leader of the Year: Justice Kudzo Normeshie
Actor/Actress of the Year: Andrews Sackey Kwabena
Youth Innovationist of the Year: Fuseini (On God)
Youth C.E.O of the Year: Nana Kwame
Graphic Designer of the Year: Solomon Nii Ofoli Tackie
Community Development Youth of the Year: Gabriel Ato Mensah
Youth Engineer of the Year: Boadi Enock
Youth Entrepreneur of the Year: Hlordjie Japheth Selorm
Youth Woman of the Year: Haruna Mariama
National Icon of the Year: Dr. Chief Jihad
Youth Nurse/Doctor of the Year: Stanislaus Bognuor
Dancehall/Reggae Artiste of the Year: Kingstone
Emerging Artiste of the Year: Newbrand Gh
Outstanding Youth Personality of the Year: Dr. Edmund Aalangdong
Youth Teacher of the Year: Adzagba – Gledzi Bright
Youth Change Maker of the Year: Agyei Dankwa Stephen
Youth Politician of the Year: Dossavi Mensah Eric Kwame
Sports Journalist of the Year: Bill Eshun
Spoken Word Artiste of the Year: CleverStar De Poet
Sports Personality of the Year: Azah Constant Komla
Youth in Technology/IT Personality of the Year: Samuel Adranyi
Foundation/NGO of the Year: Obeng-Kwakye Foundation
Youth Business Icon of the Year: Bismark Nanayaw Arkoh-Asanfre
Youth Pastor of the Year: Apostle Miracle Joseph Amankwah
DJ of the Year: Emmanuel Yeboah Obuobi
Hairstylist/Barber of the Year: Braids By Fiddy
Youth in Agriculture of the Year: Ankrah Dankwah
Fashion Personality of the Year: Adzafi Livingstone
MC/Hypeman of the Year: Ike Swanky
Best Rapper of the Year: Julcmb
Youth Artiste of the Year: Yaw Billz
Youth Blogger/Publisher of the Year: Abdul-Aziz Ibrahim Wumpini
Content Creator of the Year: Afriyie David
Youth Author/Writer of the Year: Hekli Pamela
Pencil/Visual Artist of the Year: Smile The Artist
Music Producer/Engineer of the Year: Tukay
Youth Advocate/Activist of the Year: Hashim Mumajadi
Video Director/Producer of the Year: Benjamin Agyemang
Youth Business Mogul of the Year: Koranteng Nana Bekoe
Youth Entertainer of the Year: Augustine Ansu
Youth Media Personality of the Year: Bright T. Terkpernor
Youth Model of the Year: Abraham Ankrah
Youth Philanthropist of the Year: Andronicus Agyemang Buertey
Youth Photographer of the Year: Faithful Spirit Fotography
Real Estate Developer of the Year: RK Estate and Construction Ltd
Footballer of the Year: Nathaniel Blessing
Youth Business/Company of the Year: Goodatoon Creek Services
Youth Public Figure of the Year: David Deuces
Man of the Year – Honoree: Mr. Samuel Kofi Acheampong
The GYEA, organized by Strategic Communications Africa Ltd (Stratcomm Africa), continues to highlight the transformative impact of Ghana’s youth, fostering inspiration and excellence across diverse sectors.
Source: African Publicity
