Africa’s Ancestral Healing Wisdom Takes Centre Stage in Accra: 100 Notable Herbal Heroes to Be Honoured

ACCRA, GHANA – African traditional and herbal medicine will receive unprecedented recognition later this month as Ghana prepares to host the inaugural Africa 100 Notable Herbal Heroes Conference and Awards.
The landmark event will take place on Friday, November 28, 2025, at the Ghana Shippers House Authority in Accra, bringing together policymakers, researchers, traditional healers, and industry leaders committed to elevating African herbal practices within modern healthcare systems.

Celebrating the Custodians of Nature’s Pharmacy

A major highlight of the event will be the Herbal Heroes Awards Gala, where 100 outstanding contributors—from master herbalists and indigenous knowledge keepers to academic scientists and ethical herbal entrepreneurs—will be honoured.
These individuals are celebrated for their exceptional work in preserving traditional knowledge, advancing scientific research, and fostering responsible commercialization of Africa’s diverse medicinal plant heritage.

The awards aim to reposition traditional medicine as a credible, research-driven pillar of Africa’s health and economic landscape, rather than a relic of the past.

When Tradition Meets Innovation: A Call for Collaboration

Organized by Ivoive Global Communication, Squarelab Holding, and the Ena Kare Foundation, the conference is themed around strengthening the connection between ancestral healing wisdom and modern scientific innovation.

Participants will engage in high-level discussions on critical issues shaping the future of African herbal medicine, including:

Standardization & Quality Assurance
Establishing robust systems to ensure the safety, efficacy, and consistency of herbal products.

Policy & Regulatory Frameworks
Advocating for strong government support to drive research, streamline product certification, and integrate validated herbal remedies into national health services.

Intellectual Property Protection
Safeguarding indigenous knowledge from exploitation and ensuring that local communities benefit from their heritage.

Sustainable Cultivation & Conservation
Promoting ethical and commercially viable cultivation of medicinal plants to protect biodiversity and ensure long-term supply.

Event Details and Significance

Venue: Ghana Shippers House Authority, Accra
Date: Friday, November 28, 2025
Organisers: Ivoive Global Communication, Squarelab Holding, Ena Kare Foundation

Hosting the event at the Ghana Shippers House Authority underscores Africa’s ambition to expand the global reach of its herbal products, positioning traditional medicine as a powerful engine for intra-African trade and international export.

Delegates from across Africa and the diaspora are expected to attend, including representatives from national health ministries, the World Health Organization (WHO), research institutions, and pharmaceutical companies.

A Defining Moment for Africa’s Botanical Future

The Africa 100 Notable Herbal Heroes Conference and Awards is poised to become a pivotal moment in the continent’s health and wellness journey. It reaffirms that Africa’s botanical knowledge is not merely cultural heritage—it is a vital resource with the potential to shape the future of global healthcare and wellness.