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Africa Environmental Health Organization
AFREHO DIAMOND AWARD’ 2026
The AFREHO Diamond Award is the highest honour conferred by the Africa Environmental Health Organization (AFREHO), celebrating individuals, professionals, institutions, and community initiatives whose work demonstrates exceptional leadership, innovation, and transformative impact in environmental health across the African continent.
The Diamond Award Embodies
Excellence
The pinnacle of professional achievement
Resilience
The courage to lead and innovate in complex environments
Clarity
Ethical, transparent, evidence‑driven practice
Legacy
Contributions that endure and uplift communities for generations
2026 THEME “Environmental Health Leadership for a Resilient Future”
The 2026 theme reflects AFREHO’s commitment to strengthening Africa’s capacity to respond to emerging environmental health challenges. It highlights:
a. Building robust environmental health systems
b. Advancing climate‑smart and nature‑based solutions
c. Empowering youth, professionals, and community leaders
d. Driving sustainable development and circular economy practices
e. Positioning environmental health as a frontline discipline in Africa’s future
Vision
To honour and inspire leaders shaping Africa’s Environmental Health future
Award Categories
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Diamond Award for Environmental Health Leadership
The highest individual honour, awarded for outstanding professional excellence and continental influence.
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Diamond Award for Environmental Health Innovation
Recognising groundbreaking solutions that improve health outcomes and strengthen community resilience.
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Diamond Community Impact Award
Celebrating grassroots initiatives that transform local environments, livelihoods, and wellbeing.
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Diamond Youth Leadership Award
Honouring young innovators (18–35) shaping Africa’s environmental health future.
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Diamond Sustainability & Climate Action Award
For projects advancing climate resilience, circular economy principles, and sustainable development.
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Diamond Institutional Excellence Award
Recognising organisations that demonstrate exemplary environmental health standards, governance, and impact.
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AFREHO Diamond Lifetime Achievement Award
Reserved for individuals whose lifelong contributions have shaped and advanced environmental health in Africa.
Nomination Information
Who Can Be Nominated?
- Individuals
- Professional groups
- Institutions and agencies
- Community‑based organisations
- Innovators and youth leaders
- Members of the African diaspora contributing to the continent
Eligibility Criteria
- Must demonstrate impact within Africa
- Must show measurable results
- Youth category: 18-35
- Institutions must be registered organizations
Submission Requirements
- Nominee profile or institutional overview
- Evidence of achievements and impact
- Supporting documents (photos, reports, publications, testimonials)
- Optional recommendation letter
Judging Criteria
- Impact
- Innovation
- Sustainability
- Scalability
- Leadership & ethics
Selection Process
- Nomination submission
- Eligibility screening
- Evaluation by judges
- Final approval by AFREHO
- Announcements of winners
Why The Diamond Award Matters
- Elevates environmental health to continental and global prominence
- Recognises African excellence, innovation, and leadership
- Inspires emerging professionals and youth leaders
- Strengthens community resilience and environmental health systems
- Builds a network of environmental health champions across Africa
Partnership Oppourtunities
- Government ministries and agencies
- NGOs and development organisations
- Academic and research institutions
- Private sector organisations
- International and multilateral bodies
Partnering with AFREHO offers
- Continental visibility and brand positioning
- Strategic collaboration opportunities
- Access to environmental health networks
- Recognition during the award ceremony
- Contribution to Africa’s environmental health transformation
Timeline
April 2026-July 2026
Ceremony Information
Venue to be announced
Date – September 2026
Contact
Africa Environmental Health Organization
Email: info@afreho.org
Website: www.afreho.org