This June, Lagos will host one of the most anticipated events of the year: the African Workforce Summit (AWS) 2025 — a dynamic two-day experience designed for professionals, entrepreneurs, jobseekers, creators, and thought leaders shaping the future of work across Africa. Proudly headlined by Sycamore.ng, AWS 2025 is where insight meets opportunity.
Taking place from June 27–28, 2025, AWS is more than a conference — it’s a movement. The summit convenes Africa’s most influential voices in business, technology, human resources, and media to explore urgent topics such as digital transformation, remote work, skills development, and the future of workforce systems.
What to Expect:
- Powerful Keynotes & Panels
- Gain insight from top African trailblazers, including:
- Babajide Duroshola – General Manager, M-KOPA Nigeria
- Seye Bandele – CEO, PaidHR
- Osas Irianele – Brand Strategist and Influencer.
- Onyinye Okonji – Co-founder, Sycamore
- Adebola Zoe Williams – Storyteller and Content Strategist.
- Akpor Ikogho – Managing Partner, Mark Renee Legal Practice
Business Pitch Competition – “Pitch & Win” ($1,000 prize, sponsored by Sycamore.ng)
Open to entrepreneurs, founders, and business owners, this contest offers a chance to win funding, mentorship, and investor visibility to scale impactful ideas.
Job Fair & Career Workshops
Meet top employers, get on-the-spot interviews, and attend expert-led sessions on career development, CV revamps, and LinkedIn optimization.
Networking Mixer
Connect with industry leaders, startup founders, recruiters, and ecosystem builders. Spark collaborations and unlock new growth opportunities.
Confirmed Speaker Line-Up Also Includes:
- Emmanuel Faith – Founder, HR Clinic
- Eyitayo Ogunmola – Founder, Utiva
- Ezekiel Adebanjo –Program Manager, The Afara Initiative
- Harrison Obiefule – Co-lead, SuperteamNG
- Joshua Chibueze – Co-founder & CMO, PiggyVest
- Kayode Okikiolu – Senior Reporter, Channels Television
- Ngozi Nwabueze – Founder/CEO, PocketLawyers.io
- Olakunle Soji-Oke – Programs and Partnership Manager, The Afara Initiative
- Pamilerin Adegoke – Media Entrepreneur
- Peace Itimi – Founder, Founders Connect
- Salem King – Creative Advocate & Storyteller
- Victor Fatanmi – Co-founder & Lead Partner, FourthCanvas
Event Details:
Location: Sheba Event Center, Lagos, Nigeria
Date: June 27–28, 2025
Convener: Joel Babatunde Moses (popularly known as OgaHR)
Strategic Partners Include:
DearHR Consulting, ReelFruit, GetSeen, MTN, MyTherapist.ng, 4HerFrika, Selar, ProteusAI, and others.
Reserve Your Spot Today! Ticket Link: https://selar.com/AWS2025
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, connect, grow, and lead at the most empowering workforce event in Africa.
