Dr. Kayi Dogbé honored at Africa Next Awards in Paris

Dr. Kayi Dogbé, president of the Fondation Citoyens d’Afrique, was honored at the inaugural Africa Next Awards held on September 3, 2026, at the Folies Bergère in Paris. The ceremony recognized 100 laureates from 35 different countries for their contributions to the development and transformation of the African continent.

A public figure in Togo, Dr. Dogbé is a doctor of public law, a researcher at the University of Lomé, and the director general of KD Group. She was specifically recognized for her work supporting African youth and female entrepreneurship, notably through her establishment of the Salon International de l’Entrepreneuriat Féminin (SIEF). The organizing committee noted her commitment to financial inclusion and providing training and mentorship to empower young women.