Africa International Design Awards 2026

The Africa International Design Awards (AIDA Awards) is a pioneering design advocacy platform that recognises and celebrates both African designers and international designers whose work is deeply rooted in Africa, creating innovative solutions to address the unique challenges faced by African communities.

AIDA Awards focuses on four design disciplines each category highlights creativity and reflects Africa’s Unique design language: Spatial Design, Product Design, Fashion and Communication Design. 

We invite all design professionals, students, companies, independent studios, and collectives to submit their work. Selected winners will receive international recognition, visibility across our media platforms, and a chance to showcase their vision on the international stage.

AIDA Awards accepts applications for projects developed within the last five years, including conceptual ideas, prototypes, or completed works already in use or circulation.

Yu are an African – based Designers or rooted from Africa, Then don’t wait — apply to the Africa International Design Awards (AIDA) today!

• Categories:  https://africainternationaldesignawards.com/aida-awards/

• Sign-up: https://africainternationaldesignawards.com/submit/login.php

SUBMISSION DETAILS

The Africa International Design Awards are open to anyone aged 18 and above, regardless of their country of residence. Applicants living outside of Africa should either be of African origin or submit projects that have been developed or realized in Africa. All submissions must demonstrate a clear and meaningful connection to the continent.

DEADLINES & DISCOUNT – AIDA AWARDS 2026

• 20% Early Bird discount until October 31st, 2025

• 10% Extended Early Bird discount until November 30th, 2025

• Regular Deadline until February 15th, 2026

• Final Deadline: March 15th, 2026 (10% late fee applies) till March 31st, 2026

• The Program will close on March 31st, 2026

About the Organizers:

3C Awards Group is a professional organization that develops platforms dedicated to promoting Architecture and Design internationally, with the ambition of launching an initiative in the African region. Africa Design School (ADS), the first non-profit design school in West Africa, is committed to nurturing talent and drawing on proven expertise.