Anti-Corruption Commissioner; Francis Ben Kaifala, TV presenter and broadcaster; Amb. Phebean Swill, TV Personality and Lecturer; Amb. Alhaji K. Tarawally popularly known as Laj-K and others were awarded at the 2021 Convergence of 100 Most Influential Young African Leaders.

Sierra Leone was selected to host this year’s edition of the annual award ceremony. The event took place on Saturday 21st November 2021, at the Five Star Golden Tulip Hotel in Freetown organised by the Pan African Youth Foundation. The event was hosted by popular journalist; Amb. Mohamed Basiru Sanusi and Miss Tourism Global; Esther Y. Kamara.

As the host country, Sierra Leone is welcomed some of the brightest and most influential young leaders from different parts across the African continent in business, politics, civil society, science, innovation, and more to join this year’s Pan African Youth Development Organization’s 4th edition of the 100 Most Influential Young Leaders Awards in Africa awards, conference and networking.

Francis Ben Kaifala took to his twitter handle and expressed thanks and appreciation as he won the prestigious award for the third time in a row.

“We (ACC) keep doing. . .and the AWARDS and RECOGNITIONS keep coming in LOCALLY and INTERNATIONALLY.

Last night, at the “100 Most Influential Young African Leaders” Convergence organized by the Pan African Foundation, I was, for the 3rd year back-to-back honored; along with a host of great young leaders from across Africa who had converged at the Golden Tulip Hotel for that purpose.

One thing is sure – when all this is done, my legs get slower, my jet black hair covered in grey, my voice lower and wrinkles characterize my face, my children will need no reminder who I was.” – Francis Ben Kaifala tweeted.

Amb. Phebean who was one of the awardees, shared her award on Facebook and motivated young people.

Last night I was one of six Sierra Leoneans who received an award as One of the 100 Most Influential Young Leaders in Africa. Thank you Jesus, my elevator and inspiration.

Thanks to the SEE SL LTD team.

We tell stories that enhance sensitization on issues affecting women, girls and young people.

I feel honored receiving this acknowledgment of my work. It means we’re doing something good.

It also serves as an inspiration to many young people. If Phebean as an under 30 CEO can make such impact, so can you. You’re not too young to lead.

#wathebehra #storytelling #african #Youngleader #broadcaster #mediaentrepreneur #phebeswillfilm #wowstudio #MWF2021 #TEFAlumni #africanwomeninbusiness #DevelopmentCommunication” – she wrote.

On the side of popualr TV personality, youth ambassador and entertainment executive; Amb. Alhaji K. Tarawally, took to his Facebook page and wrote;

“Last night, The Pan African Youth Leadership Foundation on confirmation by the governing council have presented me with the “100 MOST INFLUENTIAL YOUNG LEADERSHIP AWARDS IN AFRICA, at the Golden Tulip Hotel in Freetown.

This award will add to the plethora of awards I have received over the years at both local and international level for my tremendous contribution, ideas and transformative drive towards the development of the Creative Industry in Sierra Leone including my assiduous strives in empowering and developing the lives of young people in my country.

I want to say thanks to God Almighty, my family, my LAKE Production team and all those that continues to support me towards my dreams and aspirations in helping transforming the lives of young people in my country, and across the African continent. I am also dedicating this award to all the aspiring hardworking young folks in this country.

I’m also heartily and emotionally proud to ensure that, amongst many other African countries, my country was selected to host this year’s edition of the 4th annual conference and award ceremony of the Pan African Youth Leadership Foundation which brought together some of the brightest, most successful and influential young leaders from different parts across the African continent in business, politics, civil society, science, innovation, and more.

Once again, Allahamdullilah

I remained humble.”

The Theme for the 4th Edition of the 100 MOST INFLUENTIAL YOUNG LEADERS IN AFRICA is THE AFRICA WE WANT. It’s Africans for Africa Initiative.

The Theme is in accordance to the African Union Agenda 2063, Africa’s blueprint and master plan for transforming Africa into the global powerhouse of the future.