Forbes Unveils 2024 World’s Most Powerful Women: Okonjo-Iweala and Mo-Abudu Make the List
Forbes has released its highly anticipated list of the world’s most powerful women for 2024. The list features a diverse group of women who have made significant impacts in their respective fields, including politics, business, entertainment, and more.
Among the notable women on the list are Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the Director-General of the World Trade Organization, and Mosunmola Abudu, a Nigerian media personality and entrepreneur.
Okonjo-Iweala, a renowned economist and international development expert, has been a trailblazer in her field. As the first woman and first African to lead the World Trade Organization, she has been instrumental in shaping global trade policies and promoting economic development.
Mo-Abudu, on the other hand, is a highly respected media personality and entrepreneur. She is the founder of EbonyLife TV, a leading African media company, and has produced several critically acclaimed films and TV shows.
Other notable women on the list include:
Giorgia Meloni, Prime Minister of Italy
Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission
Kamala Harris, Vice President of the United States
Taylor Swift, musician
Karen Lynch, CEO of CVS Health
Jane Fraser, CEO of Citigroup
Abigail Johnson, President-CEO of Fidelity Investments
Mary Barra, CEO of General Motors
Melinda French Gates, co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
The Forbes list of the world’s most powerful women is highly regarded and closely watched. It recognizes women who have made significant contributions to their fields and have demonstrated exceptional leadership, innovation, and impact.
In a statement, Forbes said: “The women on this list are shaping the world in profound ways. They are leaders, innovators, and changemakers who inspire us all.”
The full list of the 2024 world’s most powerful women can be found on the Forbes website.
