Ese Elakama Selected for AfBC Top 100: A Recognition of Impact, Innovation, and Leadership.

The African Business Chamber (AfBC) has announced the selection and shortlisting of Ese S. M. Elakama for its prestigious AfBC 2026 Top 100 Business & Entrepreneur of the Year list an accolade that celebrates some of the most dynamic and impactful African business leaders across the globe. (LinkedIn).

This recognition places Elakama among an elite group of entrepreneurs whose work is shaping industries, driving innovation, and contributing meaningfully to economic transformation both within Africa and across the diaspora.

A Recognition Beyond Rankings

The AfBC Top 100 Index is more than a list, it is a platform that highlights individuals and organisations making measurable impact through leadership, innovation, and scalable business solutions. It showcases entrepreneurs who are not only achieving commercial success but also influencing communities and global markets. (African Business Chamber).

Ese Elakama’s inclusion reflects these values. As the Founder and CEO of DiiT Training UK Consulting and PML Digital UK, her work sits at the intersection of skills development, digital transformation, and business empowerment areas critical to Africa’s evolving economic landscape. (LinkedIn).

Driving Innovation and Capacity Building

Elakama’s leadership is rooted in empowering individuals and organisations through knowledge, training, and digital capability. In a rapidly changing global economy, her contributions align with the AfBC’s mission to promote innovation, foster growth, and elevate African enterprise on the world stage. (African Business Chamber).

The AfBC recognises leaders who demonstrate:

• Visionary leadership and measurable business impact

• Innovation that disrupts traditional markets

• Commitment to sustainable growth and community development (African Business Chamber).

  
  

Elakama’s work reflects these principles, positioning her as a key contributor to the next generation of African-led global business leadership.

A Global Platform for African Excellence

The recognition will culminate at the AfBC African Business Awards Gala 2026, scheduled to take place on 29 May 2026 in London, where finalists will be celebrated among investors, policymakers, and industry leaders. (LinkedIn).

The event is designed not only to honour excellence but also to:

• Foster strategic connections

• Encourage investment opportunities

• Strengthen collaboration between African businesses and global markets (African Business Chamber)

Inspiring the Next Generation

Ese Elakama’s selection is a testament to the growing influence of African entrepreneurs in shaping the future of global business. Her journey underscores the importance of resilience, innovation, and purpose-driven leadership, qualities that the AfBC Top 100 Index aims to spotlight and amplify.

As African businesses continue to expand their global footprint, leaders like Elakama serve as powerful examples of what is possible when vision meets execution.

Her recognition not only celebrates past achievements but also signals even greater impact ahead.