Sandra was named African Top Best Female Entrepreneur during the Africa Golden Awards, held in Nairobi. The recognition highlighted her growing influence in the business world and her efforts in entrepreneurship.
The event took place at the Radisson Blu Hotel Nairobi and brought together leaders in business, innovation, media, and creative industries from across Africa. The awards aimed to celebrate excellence and rising talent on the continent.
Although Sandra is currently based in the United Kingdom, where she is studying at University of Brighton, she was honoured in absentia. Her family attended the ceremony and received the award on her behalf.
The moment became a proud milestone for the Sonko family. After the ceremony, Sonko shared images of his daughter’s certificate and trophy, celebrating her achievement publicly.
He described the recognition as a meaningful moment for the family, noting that Sandra’s success had brought joy despite the distance between them. He further expressed confidence that she would continue rising in her career and reaching greater heights.
Sandra’s achievement was seen as a reflection of her dedication to business and her ability to build her path while still pursuing her education abroad.
Following the announcement, her message of gratitude was shared through social media, where she acknowledged the recognition and the support from her family.
The news quickly attracted attention online, with many Kenyans congratulating her and praising the family’s encouragement. Supporters highlighted the importance of parental support in shaping young entrepreneurs and celebrating success.
Many reactions focused on pride, with social media users encouraging Sandra to continue excelling in her journey. Others admired how her achievement was being celebrated both locally and internationally.
The award has added to Sandra’s growing profile as a young entrepreneur. It also reflects a broader trend of young Africans making progress in business while balancing education and personal development.
For Sonko, the recognition of his daughter marked a special family moment, reinforcing his public support for her ambitions. His message carried a tone of encouragement, urging her to continue pursuing excellence.
As celebrations continue, Sandra’s recognition at the Africa Golden Awards stands as a reminder of emerging young talent in Africa’s business space and the growing impact of youth entrepreneurship across the continent.