Meet The Jury
The African Food Influencers Awards (AFIA) relies on the deep expertise and impartiality of our judging panel. This curated group of leaders represents the diverse sectors driving African cuisine… from policy and investment to culinary arts and global media.
Their mandate is clear: to meticulously evaluate nominees against rigorous criteria, ensuring that only the most deserving innovators and storytellers are honored.
The Judging Process: Integrity & Expertise
Our selection process guarantees fairness, transparency, and high standards:
Impartial Selection: Judges are selected for their recognized expertise, professional achievements, and commitment to the growth of the African food ecosystem.
Conflict of Interest Policy: Strict protocols are in place to manage and prevent conflicts of interest, ensuring objective evaluation of all nominees.
Cross-Sector Evaluation: The panel’s diverse composition ensures that entries are assessed holistically, considering culinary technique, business viability, cultural impact, and influence.
Introducing the AFIA 2025 Jury
Ruth Egbe
Operations Manager, APC
Ireoluwa Soetan
Founder, A+ Agency
Kachi Nwachukwu
Programs Manager, APC
Dr. Maryam Habib
MBBS, MSC PH, CMC, FIMC, AMT
Duchess Nena
Vegan Chef and Plan-Based Nutritionist