Mayor of Addis Ababa City Administration Adanech Abiebie won the 12th African Leadership Magazine person of the year.

The award has been given tonight to the mayor for being the first woman mayor of Addis Ababa for her contribution in fighting against corruption, implementing far-reaching institutional reforms, nurturing good governance and executing projects that would benefit residents, it was indicated.

Speaking on the award ceremony, Adanech said we African leaders need to join our hands to bring the best future for our generation.

Addressing the occasion, Minister of Revenues Aynalem Nigussie on her part said that honoring the most successful persons is inspiring the new generation who aspire success.

Chairman of African Leadership Organization and Publisher of African Leadership Magazine Ken Giami noted that recognizing successful persons is a crucial platform as they are the architect of the continent’s progress.

The African Leadership Persons of the Year, 2024 ceremony held with the theme “Build
ing Resilient African Economies”.

Source: Ethiopian News Agency