3rd Edition
Nordic - Africa Business Forum &
Prestigious Global Awards
FAQ's & Practical Matters
3rd Edition, Prestigious Global Awards
Venue
Kannusali, (Kannusillankatu 4, 02770 Espoo)
Date
21st September 2025
Time
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Catering & Food Arrangements
A private café space next to the main hall is usually reserved exclusively for the invited dignitaries.
All other guests will enjoy the open lounge and common networking areas.
Lunch catering will be outsourced from a professional provider.
Please note: Lunch is included in general admission tickets.
Technical Setup
The venue includes 2 experienced technicians as part of the rental package.
High-quality lighting, projection, and AV equipment are included and managed by the in-house team.
This ensures a seamless and professional experience for all speakers and performers.
Security
Security services are included in the venue rental as a mandatory feature, ensuring safety and protocol compliance for all guests.
A spacious common lounge is available outside the main hall for networking and breaks.
Additional spaces include:
A ticket desk
Backstage rooms equipped with showers and toilets
A kitchen area suitable for basic use and service coordination
Free 24-hour parking spots are available on-site.
The venue features three separate entrances for:
General guests
Performers
Special/technical teams
The building is fully wheelchair accessible, ensuring inclusivity for all.
Flexible Event Space
The main hall is multi-functional and can be converted into a dance floor through mechanical reconfiguration of the installed seating. This adds a dynamic option for any closing celebration or performance segment.
International Business Glamour / Diplomatic Elegance
To reflect the prestige of the 3rd Edition of the Prestigious Global Awards and the high-level international delegation in attendance
For Men:
Diplomatic or Business Formal Attire
(e.g. tailored suits, tuxedos, or national dress with formal detailing)
Optional: Cultural or traditional wear presented in a formal style
For Women:
Elegant Formal or Evening Attire
(e.g. gowns, cocktail dresses, or formal pantsuits)
Optional: Culturally inspired formal wear that honors personal heritage
To enrich the guest experience at the 3rd Edition of the Prestigious Global Awards, we are proud to present a range of cultural and exclusive engagements throughout the day:
Cultural & Artistic Performances
Traditional Cultural Showcase
Celebrating the beauty and diversity of global heritage
Live Kora Performance
Experience the enchanting sounds of this iconic West African harp
Dance Troupe
Enjoy energetic traditional and contemporary cultural performances.
Exclusive B2B Private Luncheon
A private luncheon reserved exclusively for awardees and high delegation guests.
Hosted in a separate rented café space within the venue (strictly limited to few guests)
All other attendees are welcome to network and lunch in the common lounge and outside the café area
Flag Procession
A formal procession of national flags, honoring the diverse countries represented by our international dignitaries and guests
Alimou Diallo has generously sponsored tickets for some attendees living with disabilities.
Yahya Sonko has kindly sponsored live performances to enrich the cultural program.
PAYMENT Method
We do not accept cash. Please buy the ticket
Event Day Sales
Tickets will not be sold on 21.09.2025. As per Lippu.fi policy same day ticket sales are prohibited.
Ticket page will automatically close a day prior the event.
We are grateful to be working with 40 dedicated volunteers, who will receive:
Lunch and refreshments for free
Free public transport within the Uusimaa region
Free event entry
Accommodation for
Guests in Helsinki :
Lapland hotels, Bulevardi
DATES : 18th - 25th September 2025
- Price includes a breakfast buffet and usage of common saunas.
- 15% discount code is ALLCECIEVENT.
- The reservation can be done also by phone (09-2525-1111)
or via email bulevardi@laplandhotels.com.
- The room reservations from the allotment can be done by
August 12th, 2025. Afterwards the daily room rates and terms of reservation apply.
Accommodation for
Guests in Espoo :
Comfort Hotel Sello
DATES : 18th - 25th September 2025
- Reservations with the booking code EVENTSHELSINKI can be made on our website which includes breakfast: www.strawberryhotels.com/hotels/finland/espoo/comfort-hotel-sello/ .
- The cancellation of room booking made with the discount code is free of charge if done by three (3) days prior to arrival.
( Leppävaarankatu 1, 02600 Espoo, Finland )