The International Association of Football Federations (FIFA) Secretary-General, Fatma Samoura, is set to grace the stage as the esteemed keynote speaker at the highly anticipated African Women in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Forum (AWIEF2023), scheduled to take place in Kigali, Rwanda, from November 9 to 10.
Hailing from Senegal, Fatma Samoura made history by becoming the first-ever African and woman to assume the prestigious position of Secretary-General at FIFA since its inception 116 years ago. Her involvement in the forthcoming AWIEF2023 event comes amid the growing excitement surrounding the upcoming FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023.
Having spearheaded FIFA’s administration, Fatma Samoura has played a pivotal role in transforming the global football organization. Under her visionary leadership, women’s football has experienced an unprecedented surge in growth, gaining new impetus and recognition on the world stage.
The FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 promises to be a landmark event, with a record-breaking 32 participating teams, making it the largest in the history of the prestigious competition. This grand occasion will also mark a fitting send-off for Secretary-General Fatma Samoura, as she is scheduled to step down from her position in December.
AWIEF2023 is eagerly anticipating the insights and experiences that Fatma Samoura will bring to the forum. Her remarkable achievements in breaking barriers and promoting women’s involvement in sports administration and management are an inspiration to entrepreneurs and innovators across the continent.
The African Women in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Forum has consistently served as a dynamic platform for empowering women in various industries. The participation of such a high-profile figure as Fatma Samoura will undoubtedly elevate the discussions and impact of the event, encouraging further strides towards gender equality and inclusivity in entrepreneurship and sports.
The organizers of AWIEF2023 have expressed their enthusiasm for hosting Fatma Samoura and are eager to provide a conducive environment for fruitful discussions on empowering women in entrepreneurship, innovation, and sports.
As the countdown to AWIEF2023 begins, anticipation is building, with expectations that the forum will pave the way for new opportunities, collaborations, and initiatives in promoting women’s participation and leadership roles in sports and beyond.
For media inquiries and registration for the AWIEF2023, interested participants and journalists can visit the official event website. With the esteemed presence of FIFA Secretary-General Fatma Samoura, AWIEF2023 is set to make a lasting impact on the landscape of women’s entrepreneurship and innovation in Africa.
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