Dentaa Amoateng Named 2025 Global Africa Woman of the Year

Dentaa Amoateng MBE, has been honoured as the 2025 Most Influential Global Africa Woman of the Year by the prestigious Most Influential People of African Descent (MIPAD). The recognition celebrates her exceptional impact across the African diaspora and her longstanding commitment to empowering communities globally.

Dentaa Amoateng is a celebrated British-Ghanaian entrepreneur, actress, TV presenter, singer, producer and manager whose influence spans media, entertainment, humanitarian work and diaspora development. She is best known as the founder and CEO of the GUBA Awards (Grow, Unite, Build, Africa), a non-profit organisation that has become one of the most respected platforms honouring excellence within the African diaspora.

For over a decade, the GUBA brand has showcased African achievement, built powerful networks and amplified African voices on the global stage. Dentaa Amoateng’s leadership has been central to bridging gaps between Ghana, the UK and the broader global African community.

Reacting to the honour, Dentaa expressed profound gratitude via her Instagram: 

The award reinforces Dentaa’s status as one of the most influential figures in the African diaspora, admired for her unwavering dedication to cultural empowerment, community development and African excellence.

As she continues to champion Africa’s story internationally, Dentaa Amoateng’s recognition by MIPAD is not only a personal milestone but a victory for the global African community she passionately serves.