Miss Geek Africa : young innovators shine in Conakry at the Transform Africa Summit 2025
During the Transform Africa Summit held from November 12–14, 2025, in Conakry, Guinea, the Miss Geek Africa competition celebrated young female innovators leading the way in artificial intelligence. Eleven finalists presented transformative projects focused on health, education, and the environment, with the top prize going to a young innovator from Kenya.
The Transform Africa Summit 2025 (TAS 25), organized by the Smart Africa Alliance, took place under the theme “AI for Africa: Innovate Locally, Impact Globally.”
As one of Africa’s flagship digital innovation events, the summit hosted the final round of Miss Geek Africa, spotlighting 11 ambitious young women from across the continent, each presenting an AI-driven project designed to improve community life.
Three finalists were selected for the final round, while the remaining participants were also rewarded. Each of the eight other contestants received a trophy, a laptop, and $1,000.
The grand winner, Branice Kazira from Kenya, stood out with a project in the health sector, earning continental recognition. Second place went to Obedin Flore from Ghana, and third place was awarded to a contestant from Cameroon.
This competition embodies the power of women’s ingenuity in Africa
Miss Geek Africa showcases the outstanding potential of young African women—not only imagining innovative solutions, but building them and presenting them before continental leaders.
Second-place winner Bubune Biana Bottozah left a strong impression. An electrical engineering graduate from the University of Mines and Technology in Tarkwa, she used the platform to raise awareness about the harmful effects of illegal mining, promoting technology as a driver of change.
Through her Eureka STEM Club, she teaches robotics, electronics, and renewable energy in mining communities, while running BECE preparation classes for students with limited access to STEM education. Following her achievement, she plans to pursue a master’s degree in Mechatronics at Ashesi University next year, while expanding her STEM club and using her title to advocate against illegal mining and promote tech education in public schools.
Africa’s digital future is also being built by women
Her message to young women: “Apply. Don’t wait to be 100% ready—just go for it.” A call backed by her own journey: “I’ve gained confidence. I’m no longer afraid to pitch my ideas.”
Ultimately, Miss Geek Africa 2025 highlights a new generation of young African innovators ready to tackle tomorrow’s challenges. In Conakry, under the spotlight of the TAS, they proved that Africa’s digital future is also being shaped by women.
