Forbes has unveiled its 21st annual list of The World’s 100 Most Powerful Women.
- Brand Focus Africa presents the 5 most powerful African women in Forbes ranking
- The list is courtesy of Forbes 100 Most Powerful Women ranking
- The list includes influential female leaders from business, entertainment, politics, philanthropy, and policy-making
The Forbes list features influential female leaders in business, entertainment, politics, philanthropy, and policy-making.
This prestigious list also honors trailblazing African women who are making a significant impact using their strengths, resources, and voices to positively impact society.
In contemporary society, the concept of a powerful woman has undergone a profound transformation, extending far beyond traditional markers of wealth, social standing, and marital status.
Rather, it encompasses a broad range of qualities, characteristics, and accomplishments that enable women to exert influence, make informed decisions, and create positive change in their lives and the lives of others.
This year, only five African women of notable achievements were recognized on the prestigious Forbes 100 Most Powerful Women list.
While this is a testament to their remarkable impact and influence, it also highlights the pressing need for a broader effort to elevate and support women across the African continent.
Commenting, Moira Forbes, Executive Vice President, Forbes had this to say “From finance and technology to policy and culture, these women are driving transformation where industries and economies are being reinvented, proving their collective impact has never been greater.”
The list below shows the African women who made it to the 2024 list of Forbes 100 Most Powerful Women.
| Rank | Global Rank | Name | Country | Designation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 77 | Judith Suminwa Tuluka | DR Congo | Prime Minister |
| 2 | 87 | Mpumi Madisa | South Africa | CEO, Bidvest |
| 3 | 89 | Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala | Nigeria | DG, World Trade Organization |
| 4 | 91 | Samia Suluhu Hassan | Tanzania | President |
| 5 | 97 | Mo Abudu | Nigeria | Founder, Ebonylife TV |
Judith Suminwa Tuluka
The first woman to serve as Prime Minister of the Democratic Republic of Congo, previously a banking professional and UNDP coordinator for ‘Peacebuilding and Strengthening Democracy.’
