London, 26 October 2024 – In a night of celebration and recognition of exceptional talent and achievements, two young leaders from Liverpool have made an indelible mark at the esteemed 21st BBI Achievement Recognition Awards, held at the Hilton London Kensington on Saturday, 26th October 2024. Latoya Likambi and Michael Caleb Likambi emerged as winners in two highly coveted categories, solidifying their positions as leading young voices of their generation.
Latoya Likambi, a budding entrepreneur with an eye for creativity and innovation, was honoured with the Young Entrepreneur Game Award. Her entrepreneurial journey, marked by boldness and determination, has inspired many to follow their passions and challenge the status quo. Latoya’s achievements underscore her unwavering dedication to making a positive impact through her ventures, particularly through her work at Likambi Global Publishing and her organic skincare brand, Teyes Eye.
Meanwhile, Michael Caleb Likambi was recognised as the Young Leader of the Year, a testament to his exceptional leadership qualities and resilience. Caleb’s recognition celebrates his commitment to empowering and uplifting those around him, demonstrating a profound understanding of the importance of service and community impact. His accomplishments, including the release of his sixth book in the acclaimed Life Lessons Series, showcase his relentless drive to inspire and uplift through the power of words.
These accolades not only reflect Latoya and Caleb’s individual successes but also the enduring support and guidance provided by their parents, mentors, and the community. As role models and positive influencers, the Likambi siblings continue to inspire their peers and leave a lasting legacy.
Our profound and heartfelt gratitude goes to Cllr Sunny Lambe and his dedicated team for their vision and steadfast commitment to honouring excellence. Their work in coordinating the BBI Achievement Recognition Awards has established a valuable ad prestigious platform to highlight the achievements of renowned leaders and professionals from diverse industries, as well as young inspirational leaders and entrepreneurs.
In her reflections on the accomplishments of the young leaders, Dr. Sylvia Forchap-Likambi, their mother, stated, “If you raise a child according to the right principles, they will flourish and remain steadfast in those values. We are committed to this approach and attribute all our success to God.”
Dr. Forchap-Likambi emphasized the importance of nurturing children in a manner that aligns with their potential and divine purpose, asserting that such guidance leads to their growth and adherence to those teachings. She expressed gratitude for the divine support that has accompanied their efforts.
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For more information on Latoya Likambi’s entrepreneurial journey and her ventures, visit www.likambiglobalpublishing.com and www.teyeseye.com. To learn more about Caleb Likambi’s work and his published books, please visit Multi-Talented Teen Author Caleb Likambi Releases Sixth Book.
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About Latoya Likambi:
Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Teyes Eye and Co-Founder of Likambi Global Publishing.
Latoya Likambi is 3X International best-selling author, an entrepreneur, inspirational speaker, and a positive role model for young people globally. She is highly confident, eloquent, and inspiring young speaker and influencer, with a passion to inspire young people to unleash their creative genius and fulfil their maximum potential. She has a natural entrepreneurial spirit and a keen eye for identifying opportunities to bring her ideas to life.
She is very creative, strong-minded, and a visionary young girl who believes that she and every child is a unique creation of God, with unique and exceptional/ creative abilities and potential to add value to the world.
She wrote her first book at the tender age of seven, which was published when she turned 10 and has read over 500 books to date. Latoya’s passion for writing and storytelling at the tender age of seven, led her to co-found Likambi Global Publishing, where she serves as a mentor to aspiring authors and helps them bring their stories to the world. Through her work at Likambi Global Publishing, Latoya aims to foster a supportive community for writers and empower them to amplify diverse voices in literature.
She was the winner of the Young Entrepreneur Mind Award 2022, The Young Visionary Award 2022, The Extraordinary Achievers “Exceptional Young Achievers Award” 2023 and The Rising Female Leader Award 2024. She has featured on diverse national and international Radio and Television programs/stations to talk about her books and passions and has been a guest speaker at various schools, community groups, business events/ conferences, and in The House of Commons.
About Michael Caleb Likambi:
“Always surround yourself with people who inspire you to be great, but most importantly, be that person who inspires others to be great.” Caleb Likambi
Coming from a family of talented young writers, Michael Caleb Likambi debuted as an author at the age of 12 with his best-selling book, Tammy and the Shipwreck, and in less than a year, he published five books. Now, at just 14, he represents a beacon of inspiration for aspiring young authors globally. Caleb’s journey into the world of writing began as a way to express his vivid imagination and share valuable life lessons with his peers. With six books under his belt and three more to be published next month, he follows in his little sister’s footsteps (who debuted as an author at the tender age of five and by the age of eight, has published nine books), and continues to prove that age is no barrier to creativity and accomplishment. In addition, In August 2023, Caleb wrote and illustrated 10 new books in his life lessons series, three of which will be released next month.
Caleb is an ultra-confident and grounded young man, whose kind, compassionate, and humble personality makes him a true leader and friend to many—always standing up for those who are bullied or mistreated. He is a positive role model for children and young people all across the globe.
He has been the Head Boy at his secondary school for three consecutive years and has been on the School Council numerous times throughout his time in primary school. He is also a gifted and natural sportsman, who has won numerous trophies and awards, both as an individual and for his primary and secondary schools.
Caleb’s genuine passion for reading and learning is second to none, which goes back to his childhood when he would read until he fell asleep. He’s read over 800 books to date and never stops requesting new books. He has been interviewed by and featured on diverse media platforms, including BBC Radio Merseyside and the Liverpool Echo.
Caleb’s dedication to sharing his love of reading and writing extends beyond his own books. Together with his siblings, he actively advocates for literacy and education, speaking in schools, libraries, and events and working to make diverse children books accessible to children from all backgrounds. Through his donations to schools, young people, and libraries, Caleb hopes to inspire young readers to discover the joy and transformative power of reading.
You can see more photos of the special moments here: https://www.facebook.com/Likambiglobalpublishing123/posts/924638612974896
