African Sust'Awards 2025: Chitelix and Irwise Emerge as Winners
Two startups, Chitelix and Irwise, have won the prestigious African Sust'Awards 2025, presented at the closing of the 3rd edition of the African ESG Summit, organized by Managers Magazine.
Event Overview
The event, which brought together leaders, investors, and young entrepreneurs around the theme of sustainability, highlighted African innovations that balance environmental impact and economic performance. At the heart of the summit, the Pitch Studio – African Sust'Awards 2025, organized under the theme "Ideas that Move the Needle", allowed several startups to present their high-impact projects. This competition aimed to identify the most promising solutions to accelerate the continent's ecological transition.
Winners of the African Sust'Awards 2025
After this session, two startups stood out:
- Chitelix, winner of the Momentum category, praised for its ability to quickly deploy high-impact environmental solutions.
- Irwise, crowned in the Rising Star category, recognized for its growth potential and innovative technological approach to sustainable development.
Symbol of African Entrepreneurial Excellence
These awards symbolize the rise of sustainable African entrepreneurship, where creativity and resilience are transformed into drivers of change. By rewarding these initiatives, the African ESG Summit confirms its role as a pan-African platform for innovation and positive impact.