Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, the 24th president of Liberia, and the first elected female head of state in Africa has been listed on Africa's Most 100 Change Makers 2023.
Her remarkable contributions have earned her numerous
accolades, including the Nobel Peace Prize in 2011, which she shared with
Leymah Gbowee of Liberia and Tawakkol Karman of Yemen, for their non-violent
advocacy for women's safety and participation in peace-building efforts.
Throughout her career, Sirleaf has been honored for her
dedication to advancing women's rights and fostering peace. She received the
prestigious Indira Gandhi Prize in 2013 and was recognized by Forbes magazine
as one of the world's most powerful women multiple times.
Elle's commitment to excellence extends beyond borders, with
awards such as the Golden Plate Award from the American Academy of Achievement
and honorary degrees from esteemed institutions like Harvard University, Yale
University, and Rutgers.
In addition to her international recognition, Sirleaf has
been celebrated within Africa, receiving the African Gender Award and being
named one of the BBC's 100 Women of 2017.
Her leadership and achievements were further affirmed when
she won the 2017 Ibrahim Prize for Achievement in African Leadership,
solidifying her status as a trailblazer and change-maker on the continent and
beyond. Being one of the Africa's Most 100 Change Makers 2023 is not a surprise.
