Montreal Impact player Victor Wanyama and Arsenal striker Pierre-Emerick Aubamayeng have been named among 100 most influential Africans.
In a report released by Public Relations and Rating firm Avance Media and Africa Youth Awards the Harambee Stars captain and Aubamayeng, joins Barcelona Ladies forward Asisat Ashaola (Nigeria), Egyptian Mohamed Salah and Everton forward Alex Iwobi, Liverpool’s Senegalese forward Sadio Mane, South African Athlete Caster Semenya, Morocco International Achraf Hakimi who plays for Inter Milan and Tanzanian striker Mbwana Samatta.
The list is to recognise young Africans for their outstanding contributions towards the development of Africa in a diverse range of fields.
Africa Youth Awards aims at appreciating the works of young Africans in Africa and the Diaspora.
Launched in 2014, the awards scheme was inspired by the lack of recognition for young Africans who have selflessly dedicated their lives to making sure the future of Africa is optimistic