BABA Annual Events
Three flagship events that bring together the entire built environment community across Africa.
Upcoming Events
Gardens Expo & Conference
A celebration of landscaping, garden design and sustainable green spaces — bringing together exhibitors, professionals and enthusiasts.
Official BABA Launch
The official launch of Buy Africa Build Africa — unveiling our mission, pillars and the movement to build Africa's future.
BABA Excellence Awards
An evening gala celebrating those building Africa across professional, artisan, business, sustainability and youth categories.
BABA Corporate Strategy Summit
Annual leadership platform bringing together governments, investors, development partners, banks, corporates, manufacturers, industry leaders, and professionals to shape Africa's economic development agenda.
Highlights
- ✓Policy Dialogue
- ✓Investment Opportunities
- ✓Industry Collaboration
- ✓Economic Development Strategies
BABA Expo & Conference
Africa's marketplace of ideas, products and opportunities. Featuring product exhibitions, supplier showcases, technology demonstrations, construction innovations, and manufacturing exhibitions. Conference includes keynote speakers, industry panels, sustainability forums, urban development discussions, and entrepreneurship sessions. Awards nominations officially open during the Expo.
Highlights
- ✓Product Exhibitions & Supplier Showcases
- ✓Keynote Speakers & Industry Panels
- ✓Sustainability & Urban Development Forums
- ✓Awards Nominations Launch
- ✓Networking with Industry Leaders
BABA Excellence Awards
Celebrating those building Africa. Recognizing outstanding achievements across professional, artisan, business, sustainability, youth, and special recognition categories.
Award Categories
Professional
Architect of the Year · Interior Designer of the Year · Engineer of the Year · Quantity Surveyor of the Year · Project Manager of the Year
Artisan
Plumber of the Year · Electrician of the Year · Carpenter of the Year · Welder of the Year · Mason of the Year
Business
SME of the Year · Manufacturer of the Year · Supplier of the Year · Emerging Business of the Year
Sustainability
Green Building Project of the Year · Sustainability Champion · Climate Innovation Award
Youth
Young Professional of the Year · Young Entrepreneur of the Year · Emerging Artisan of the Year
Special Recognition
Women in Leadership Award · Community Impact Award · African Excellence Award · Lifetime Achievement Award
Join the Movement
There's a place for everyone in BABA. Become a member, list your business in the directory, explore live opportunities, or partner with us on our flagship events.