A Record of Us, By Us & For Us
Celebrating Africa's
finest moments
Africa People's Records exists to recognize, document, and celebrate the remarkable achievements of Africans across the continent and beyond. From groundbreaking feats to extraordinary talents, we shine a spotlight on individuals and communities rewriting the narrative of what’s possible.
A NOTE FROM THE FOUNDER
Where African greatness takes the spotlight
From groundbreaking talents to awe-inspiring achievements, these are the individuals rewriting Africa's story one record at a time. Discover the bold, the brilliant, and the unstoppable — the continent's most celebrated record holders.
Be Africa's Next Record Holder
Whether it's a local feat or a groundbreaking accomplishment, your story deserves a spotlight. Submit your record and join the growing list of African legends making the continent proud.
Submit a recordExplore Record-Breaking Talents Across Africa
Africa is home to boundless creativity, strength, and innovation. From the fastest feet to the brightest minds, we celebrate achievements across every corner of the continent. Whether you're inspired by cultural brilliance, tech innovation, or extraordinary acts of courage and community, there's a record category for every kind of greatness.
Traditional dance, storytelling, music, fashion
Africa's heartbeat lives in its rhythm, color, and story. From the longest traditional dance to record-breaking textile designs and captivating performances, this category honors the creative expressions that keep our heritage alive. Celebrate the artists, storytellers, and cultural icons who are shaping Africa's identity through bold and timeless artistry.
Culinary Arts & Food
From the largest pot of jollof rice to the most innovative fusion dishes, this category celebrates Africa's rich culinary traditions and modern gastronomic breakthroughs. Whether it's a cooking marathon or a record-breaking harvest, we honor the flavors and techniques that define our continent.
Sports & Physical Feats
Speed, strength, and endurance—Africa produces world-class athletes who redefine human limits. This category highlights record-breaking sprints, marathon runners, football legends, and extraordinary physical achievements that inspire generations.
Technology & Innovation
Africa's tech revolution is unstoppable. From the youngest coding prodigies to groundbreaking inventions solving local and global challenges, this category showcases the minds shaping the future of technology on the continent.
Youth & Education
Young Africans are rewriting the narrative through academic excellence, leadership, and community impact. Celebrate record-breaking exam scores, the largest student-led initiatives, and youth-driven movements transforming education across Africa.
Youth & Education
Young Africans are rewriting the narrative through academic excellence, leadership, and community impact. Celebrate record-breaking exam scores, the largest student-led initiatives, and youth-driven movements transforming education across Africa.
Our Mission
To celebrate and document the extraordinary achievements of Africans across the continent and the diaspora, both measurable feats and remarkable, unquantifiable acts of creativity, courage, and culture. We exist to honor African excellence in all its forms, not through foreign validation, but by building a platform rooted in our own values, voices, and vision.
To become the most trusted and beloved record authority in Africa. A living archive where Africans define what greatness looks like, vote on what deserves recognition, and inspire future generations to dream beyond borders. Through this, we aim to shift narratives, elevate homegrown talent, and prove to the world that our stories are worth telling — because they are ours.
Whether you're breaking records or dreaming big, our mission is to make sure the world sees you.
Our Vision
At African People’s Records, our mission is to uncover, document, and celebrate the extraordinary achievements of individuals across the African continent. We believe that greatness lives in every community — in the athletes breaking limits, the creatives redefining culture, the innovators building the future, and everyday people doing the impossible.
We are here to shine a light on the stories often overlooked — the local legends, the cultural pioneers, the record-setters who deserve global recognition. By building a trusted platform rooted in African pride, we aim to preserve these moments of excellence, inspire generations to come, and create a legacy of achievement that reflects the true spirit of Africa.
Whether you're breaking records or dreaming big, our mission is to make sure the world sees you.
Moments that made history
From vibrant award ceremonies to behind-the-scenes moments and iconic record-setting achievements.
Youngest Tech innovator. Nigeria, 2024
Longest traditional dance. Uganda, 2024
Drumming marathon. Uganda, 2024
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Recorded Awards
Our Recorded Awards archive showcases the achievements of those who have made their mark across the continent.
Explore allYoungest Tech innovator. Nigeria, 2024
Longest traditional dance. Uganda, 2024
Drumming marathon. Uganda, 2024
400+
Recorded Awards
Our Recorded Awards archive showcases the achievements of those who have made their mark across the continent. From awe-inspiring feats to quiet moments of brilliance.
Youngest Tech innovator. Nigeria, 2024
Longest traditional dance. Uganda, 2024
Drumming marathon. Uganda, 2024
400+
Recorded Awards
Our Recorded Awards archive showcases the achievements of those who have made their mark across the continent. From awe-inspiring feats to quiet moments of brilliance.
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