Hope for a better future rests on competent people and successful projects.
IPMA South Africa Awards – Recognising Excellence in Project Management
Celebrating Excellence
The IPMA South Africa Awards honour individuals, teams, and projects that have demonstrated remarkable contributions to project leadership, business, and management. These awards serve as a platform to celebrate excellence, inspire future leaders, and highlight best project practices in South Africa and beyond. Winning or being shortlisted for an award provides recognition, career opportunities, and credibility within the industry.
Why Recognition Matters
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As organisations and individuals, we must take the time to champion success. Recognising and celebrating achievements not only validates the hard work of project professionals but also brings best practices to the forefront, allowing lessons learned to be shared and project orientation to thrive. By honouring those who excel in project management, we contribute to an industry that continues to evolve and innovate. Hope for a better future rests on competent people and successful projects.
Award 2025 Key Dates
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Online application platform: open
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Webinars & training workshop: Nov 2024 – Aug 2025
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Submissions close: 30 Sep 2025
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Announce finalists: 21 Oct 2025
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IPMA-SA Awards Ceremony: 21 Nov 2025, DHL Stadium, Cape Town (Hope Summit)
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Knowledge Sharing Workshop (onsite) for Finalists 2025: Feb 2026
Award 2025 Categories
The IPMA South Africa Awards feature several categories that recognise excellence in different areas of project management:
Young Project Manager of the Year
– Honours project managers aged 35 or younger who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and innovation.
Project Manager of the Year Award
– Recognises project managers aged 36 or older who have delivered outstanding results in project execution and leadership.
Agile Leader of the Year Award
This Agile Leader of the Year Award recognises individuals who can prove outstanding project management achievements, regardless of the project scale, complexity, or type.
Project of the Year Award
– Celebrates exceptional project execution, innovation, and impact, honouring the entire project team.
PM Foundation Award
– Recognises the top-performing full-time student who achieves the highest results in the PM Foundation Certification Exam.
Why These Awards Matter
The IPMA South Africa Awards exist to:
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Promote Excellence
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Strengthen the Industry
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Encourage Growth
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Recognise Innovation
Showcasing the best practices and innovative approaches in project management.
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Being part of the IPMA South Africa Awards not only celebrates past achievements but also sets new standards for excellence and innovation in project leadership, business, and management.