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A new achievement for Egyptian women Dr. Amani Abou Zeid is one of the most famous and reputable Africans for the year 2023

By: aya Mahmoud elmenshawy

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In a new achievement for Egyptian women that reflects their regional and international status, Dr. Amani Abu Zeid – Commissioner for Infrastructure, Energy and Digitization – of the African Union, was once again chosen as one of the most famous and reputable African personalities for the year 2023, in the list issued by the “International Reputation” survey company. (RPI) for the 100 most famous and reputable Africans.

The list includes the names of African personalities from various sectors, including; Politics, arts, human rights, education and business,The selection criteria focused on integrity, vision and positive influence,Dr. Amani Abu Zeid was chosen many times as one of the most influential and reputable Africans.

In addition to the personalities included in the “100 Most Reputable and Reputable Africans 2023” list of the International Reputation Survey Organization for their various achievements, there are also those who are celebrated for their contributions to social impact and entrepreneurship, contributing and positively affecting life in Africa and in change for the better.

Announcing the list, Beldina Oma, Co-Chair of the Review and Audit Committee, as well as Honorary President of the World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund African Association, and President of SCIP-International, said, “The work of the organization is centered on appreciating people, groups and companies that are constantly improving lives,in Africa and around the world,It is worth noting that Dr. Amani Abu Zeid celebrated last October obtaining an honorary doctorate degree in social sciences from the University of Manchester in the United Kingdom in a prestigious and distinguished ceremony.

Dr. Amani Abu Zeid is considered one of Egypt’s great women, and reflects the status and capabilities of Egyptian women in the world of politics and business, as she has international experience in economic and social development,and about Dr. Amani Abu Zeid, she is the Commissioner for Infrastructure, Informatics and Energy of the African Union, and she was elected to this position twice by African Heads of State and Government to assume responsibility for regional and continental strategies, policies and partnerships.

Dr. Amani Abu Zaid’s practical experience in the field of international development spans more than 30 years, as she has held many leadership positions in major international institutions concerned with development programs, especially in the field of infrastructure and energy.

Dr. Abou Zeid leads many regional and continental initiatives and programmes. She launched the unified African air transport market, the unified African energy market, and the first African digital transformation strategy. She also prepared the second ten-year program for developing infrastructure in Africa for African integration within the framework of the African Union strategy. Agenda 2063.

Dr. Amani Abu has previously managed the largest operational portfolio of the African Development Bank, and implemented development programs in many sectors at the national and continental levels, including the implementation of the largest solar power plant in the world.

She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications Engineering from Cairo University, a Master’s degree in Business Administration from the French International University for African Development, a Master’s degree in Public Administration from Harvard University, and a PhD in Economic and Social Development from the University of Manchester, United Kingdom.

Dr. Amani Abu Zeid was chosen as one of the most influential African women and one of the most famous Africans, and she received many international awards and recognitions, including the “Alawi Wissam” from His Majesty the King of Morocco, and the personality of the future from the French government, and she received the Distinguished Alumni Award from the University of Manchester, United Kingdom – in addition to numerous international awards and recognitions

She is also a member of the Global Leaders Broadband Commission for Sustainable Development, the Global Committee for Urgent Action on Energy Efficiency, as well as a member of the Board for System Initiative on Shaping the Energy Future,It is also mentioned that Dr. Amani Abu Zaid is a role model for women in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, and in leadership and decision-making positions, and she has long been known for her efforts in the field of gender equality and women’s empowerment.

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