Johannesburg – Nicolas Pompigne-Mognard, the Founder and Chairman of APO Group (www.APO-opa.com), has once again been honored as one of the 100 Most Influential Africans, marking his second consecutive year on the list.

The New African “Most Influential Africans” list is a highly anticipated and widely discussed annual roundup across the continent.

Since its inception in 2011, this list has become the authoritative and most esteemed source for acknowledging and celebrating excellence throughout Africa.

This yearly tribute recognizes individuals from diverse fields who have made significant, positive contributions to Africa and the global community.

The 2024 edition of the New African “100 Most Influential Africans” features outstanding individuals who are shaping the African narrative both at home and internationally. Their accomplishments exemplify the resilience, creativity, and ingenuity inherent to the African spirit, serving as an inspiration to future generations.

Alongside Pompigne-Mognard, the 2024 list includes prominent figures such as Africa’s wealthiest person Aliko Dangote, actor Idris Elba, King Mohammed VI of Morocco, Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, African Development Bank Group President Akinwumi Adesina, and Afreximbank President Benedict Oramah.

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The New African Most Influential Africans list for 2024 recognizes Nicolas as an entrepreneur “who is advising several leaders and institutions while continually expanding his influence across Africa and beyond through strategic appointments and innovative leadership, enhancing Africa’s global presence in various sectors including technology, sports, and public relations.”

Pompigne-Mognard, a Franco-Gabonese entrepreneur acknowledged within the 100 Most Influential Africans in both 2023 and 2024, holds positions on numerous prestigious advisory boards and international committees.

These include the Senior Advisory Board of the Canada-Africa Chamber of Business, as well as advisory positions with the African Energy Chamber, World Football Summit, Africa Hotel Investment Forum (AHIF), Bloomberg New Economy Gateway Africa, Sports Africa Investment Summit, EurAfrican Forum, and All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA).

Pompigne-Mognard also acts as a strategic advisor to the Chief Executive Officer of the Royal African Society in the UK, a strategic advisor to the EU-Africa Chamber of Commerce, and a special advisor to the President of Rugby Africa, which governs rugby in Africa.

His wholly-owned business, APO Group, is recognized as the leading award-winning Pan-African communications consultancy and press release distribution service, serving over 300 clients.

Clients include major global brands such as Nestlé, Coca-Cola, TikTok, DHL, Marriott Group, Ecobank, Canon, Microsoft, Jack Ma Foundation, African Development Bank, Afreximbank, Africa Finance Corporation, Islamic Development Bank, Liquid Intelligent Technology, Radisson, Boeing, MultiChoice, and others.

“It is a great honor to be recognized among some of Africa’s most influential, respected, and inspiring personalities for the second year running,” stated Nicolas Pompigne-Mognard, Founder and Chairman of APO Group.

“I founded APO Group 17 years ago with a clear vision: to transform the narrative surrounding Africa.

“Now, more than ever, I am committed to harnessing my influence to achieve that vision.”

To access the full list of the 100 Most Influential Africans of 2024, click here: https://apo-opa.co/40mefVi