Flash Back! A picture taken during a previous conference
HR Focus Africa, a subsidiary of L’AINE HR, has announced the return of the R Fous Africa Conference & Awards 2025, set for Friday, October 17, at the Accra International Conference Centre.
The event is expected to draw more than 1,000 HR professionals, business leaders, and policymakers both in-person and virtually from across the continent.
This year’s theme, “Equity, Innovation & Impact: Reimagining Work and Talent in Africa’s Emerging Future,” underscores Africa’s growing role in shaping the global future of work.
The 2024 edition attracted over 600 senior professionals, cementing the conference as a premier platform for dialogue on workplace transformation.
According to the organisers, the 2025 programme promises a rich blend of activities, including panel discussions with thought leaders, interactive workshops on emerging HR practices, and exhibitions showcasing the latest technologies and solutions for talent management.
The highlight of the gathering will be the HR Focus Africa Awards, which recognise excellence in diverse categories.
These include Sector Awards for Banking & Finance, Insurance, Hospitality, Healthcare, Manufacturing, and Oil & Gas; Function Awards covering Learning & Development, Employee Relations, and Performance Management; Personality Awards such as HR Manager of the Year and HR Rising Star of the Year; and Innovation Awards for organisations championing sustainability and flexible work.
Daniel Annan, Chairman of the Organising Committee, said the conference continues to push the boundaries of innovation.
“Every year, our focus is to create a platform for shared learning and people development. For thirteen years, we have remained committed to this mission, and we have no intention of stopping now,” he stated.
James Laar, Managing Director of L’AINE HR, added that the event has become a reference point for HR strategy and practice.
“The conversations and connections forged here continue to drive sustainable growth across Africa’s business ecosystem. This is an event the leadership of L’AINE HR is truly proud of,” he remarked.
The biennial event aims to accelerate knowledge transfer across African markets, foster collaboration, and raise professional standards.
He stated that for organisations, it also provides direct access to senior HR leaders, visibility across multiple channels, and association with Africa’s most prestigious HR platform.
A Business Desk Report