As excitement builds for the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize, the world waits to see who will be honored with one of the most prestigious global awards. From politicians to human rights activists, hundreds of names are being discussed — but the final decision rests in the hands of just five people. This year’s announcement will take place Friday, October 10, 2025, in Oslo, Norway, and millions are tuning in to find out who made history.
What Is the Nobel Peace Prize and When Is It Awarded?
The Nobel Peace Prize is part of the wider Nobel awards created by Alfred Nobel, the Swedish inventor and philanthropist. His will established the prizes to recognize those who bring the greatest benefit to humanity. While most Nobel awards are announced in Stockholm, Sweden, the Peace Prize stands apart — it is awarded in Oslo, Norway, every year on December 10, the anniversary of Alfred Nobel’s death. The prize includes a gold medal, diploma, and 11 million Swedish krona (around $1.8 million). This year’s announcement marks another chapter in a legacy that began in 1901.
Who Selects the Nobel Peace Prize Winner?
The Norwegian Nobel Committee, a group of five members chosen by the Norwegian Parliament, is responsible for selecting the winner. None of them can be sitting parliament members, ensuring independence from political influence. The current committee includes Jørgen Watne Frydnes, Asle Toje, Anne Enger, Kristin Clemet, and Gry Larsen, with Kristian Berg Harpviken serving as secretary. Together, they evaluate hundreds of nominations submitted by world leaders, academics, and former laureates, ultimately choosing the person or group they believe best serves the cause of peace.
How Is the Winner Chosen?
Selecting a Nobel Peace Prize winner is a long and confidential process. The committee reviews more than 300 nominations, narrowing the list down to a small group of finalists. They rely on reports from international experts to study each candidate’s achievements. After careful deliberation, the five members vote — and a simple majority decides the winner. Once chosen, the decision is final and cannot be appealed. The selection process remains secret for 50 years, keeping the mystery alive around how each historic choice is made.
Who Might Win the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize?
There are 339 candidates this year, including 244 individuals and 95 organizations. Although the official list remains confidential, some names have surfaced publicly. Among them are Hong Kong activist Chow Hang-tung, Canadian human rights lawyer Irwin Cotler, and even former U.S. President Donald Trump, who was nominated by supporters. However, experts say his chances remain slim compared to humanitarian and peace advocacy groups. Last year’s winner, Nihon Hidankyo, an organization of atomic bomb survivors from Japan, was honored for its campaign against nuclear weapons — a message of peace that continues to inspire the world.
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