Africa’s Business Heroes (ABH) announces Jerry Yang as the newest Judge for the 7th Africa’s Business Heroes Summit and Grand Finale in Kigali

As a leading figure in global technology and entrepreneurship, Jerry Yang offers extensive experience and insights in developing and expanding transformative companies.

KIGALI, Rwanda – The Africa’s Business Heroes (ABH) initiative is pleased to announce that Jerry Yang, Co-Founder of Yahoo!, Founding Partner of AME Cloud Ventures, and Board Director of Alibaba Group, will join the judging panel at the 7th ABH Summit & Grand Finale on December 12–13, 2025, in Kigali, Rwanda.

As a leading figure in global technology and entrepreneurship, Jerry Yang offers extensive experience and insights in developing and expanding transformative companies. His involvement highlights ABH’s dedication to connecting African entrepreneurs with international expertise and mentorship.

“Africa’s entrepreneurs are shaping the future of innovation in ways that inspire the world,” said Jerry Yang. “I am honoured to join the judging panel for this year’s Africa’s Business Heroes prize competition and look forward to learning from founders who are building bold, scalable solutions for the continent and beyond.”

In addition to Jerry Yang, the judging panel will include leading African business figures, Diane Karusisi, CEO, Bank of Kigali, and Ibukun Awosika, Founder, The Chair Centre Group.

A Distinguished Lineup of Speakers and Industry Leaders: The 2025 Summit will bring together a powerful roster of speakers and thought leaders shaping entrepreneurship, investment and creative industries across Africa and beyond. Confirmed participants include:

Lijun Sun, Chair of the Board, Alibaba Foundation and President, Alibaba Philanthropy,

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