African innovator Ene Ojaide honoured at Global Excellence Summit for advancing AI and data solutions

Ene Ojaide, a leading African technology strategist, has received the Innovation and Technology Award at the Global Excellence Summit and Awards (GESA) for her work in developing AI and data-driven solutions tailored to business challenges in Africa.

The award recognises Ojaide’s contributions in translating complex artificial intelligence and analytics systems into practical tools that organisations can implement to improve decision-making, operational efficiency, and strategic growth. Her initiatives demonstrate how emerging technologies can be applied in real-world settings to solve pressing business problems.

The Global Excellence Summit and Awards is an international platform that honours individuals and organisations demonstrating measurable impact through innovation, leadership, and technology adoption. The Innovation and Technology category specifically highlights professionals whose work creates tangible solutions, sets industry benchmarks, and encourages broader technology integration.

Ojaide’s recognition reflects her focus on creating accessible data solutions and AI frameworks that allow African enterprises to leverage advanced technologies without requiring extensive technical infrastructure. Her projects emphasise actionable intelligence, helping companies of all sizes extract value from data to optimise operations and scale efficiently.

Experts note that this award illustrates the growing influence of African innovators in the global technology ecosystem. As AI and data-driven strategies reshape industries worldwide, professionals like Ojaide are demonstrating how local innovation can meet global standards while addressing regional realities.

“The recognition is a reminder that technology must be practical and inclusive,” Ojaide said. “Innovation is most impactful when it empowers organisations to make informed decisions and enhances their operational effectiveness.”

Ojaide’s work also underscores the importance of nurturing innovation ecosystems that cultivate talent, encourage responsible adoption of emerging technologies, and bridge the gap between high-level AI research and everyday business applications.

With the Innovation and Technology Award, Ojaide joins a growing list of African leaders whose work is not only advancing enterprise technology but also inspiring a new generation of tech professionals to develop solutions with tangible business impact.

By spotlighting her contributions, GESA highlights the significance of innovation that is both technically sophisticated and operationally practical, positioning African technology professionals as key drivers of the continent’s digital transformation.