Echo Network Africa Group Chief Executive Officer Dr. Jennifer Riria has been awarded the prestigious African Woman Achiever in “female advocacy” category of the 2023 African Women Awards in Ethiopia.

The African Women Awards, an initiative of the Diversity Advancement Network is a leadership platform that celebrates and mentors exceptional women across the globe. This year’s event focused on the theme – The role of women in business in propelling Africa’s renaissance.

The award ceremony attracted a host of notable African figures among them Heads of State, ambassadors and selected members of the diplomatic corps.

Dr. Riria’s outstanding contribution to female advocacy in Africa earned her this coveted award. Over the years she has dedicated herself to empowering women through financial inclusion and entrepreneurship.

Her exceptional leadership skills have inspired and transformed many African women’s lives, paving the way for a gender equal society.

This recognition is a testament to her unwavering commitment to the advancement of women in Africa.

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