The FORBES WOMAN AFRICA Leading Women Summit celebrates its 10th anniversary this year, marking a decade of empowering women across various sectors, including business, politics, arts, sports, and civil society. The summit has become a key platform for influential women worldwide, united by their mission to create a more equitable and prosperous world.
Over the years, the summit has featured trailblazing figures, such as Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, former president of Liberia, and Naomi Campbell, supermodel and philanthropist. Political leaders like Dr. Naledi Pandor, former South African minister, and Amina J. Mohammed, Deputy Secretary-General of the UN, have shared their expertise on leadership and gender equality. Other notable speakers, like Desiree Ellis, coach of South Africa’s national women’s football team, and Mo Abudu, Nigerian media mogul, have also contributed to shaping their industries and inspiring women globally.
The 10th-anniversary summit promises an exciting lineup, including Kenyan media personality Sarah Hassan and global icons from various fields, such as billionaires, Olympians, and Grammy Award-winning artists. Their discussions will focus on transforming ideas into action, offering insights to spark change and drive innovation in industries worldwide.
This milestone event will feature dynamic panel discussions, intimate one-on-one sessions, and spotlight segments designed to foster collaboration, ignite new ideas, and showcase the journeys of powerful women shaping the future. The summit provides a vital space for women to inspire one another, share experiences, and unite in efforts to make meaningful change.
Renuka Methil, Managing Editor of FORBES AFRICA and FORBES WOMAN AFRICA, expressed excitement about the summit’s growth: “This summit has been an incredible journey, bringing women together to share ideas and contribute to their communities. As we celebrate this 10-year milestone, we look forward to empowering the next generation of leaders.”
The FORBES WOMAN AFRICA Leading Women Summit continues to be a driving force for women’s leadership and empowerment, sparking dialogue and action to create a more inclusive and thriving world.
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