Ibrahim Prize


The Ibrahim Prize for Achievement in African Leadership is an annual prize awarded to a former African executive head of state or government. On eight of the twelve years it has been offered, no leader has been found worthy of the award.

Background

Established by the Mo Ibrahim Foundation in 2007, the Ibrahim Prize celebrates excellence in African leadership. It is awarded to a former Executive Head of State or Government by an independent Prize Committee composed of eminent figures, including two Nobel Laureates.
The Ibrahim Prize
Criteria
With a US$5 million initial payment, plus $200,000 a year for life, the prize is believed to be the world's largest, exceeding the $1.3m Nobel Peace Prize. Former South African President Nelson Mandela, former United States President Bill Clinton, and former United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan are among those who have welcomed the initiative.
The Ibrahim Prize for Achievement in African Leadership has been awarded in 2007, 2008, 2011, 2014 and 2017. Former South African president Nelson Mandela was an honorary laureate.

Prize Committee