Ellen johnson sirleaf wins prestigious mo ibrahim prize leadership

Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, the former President of Liberia, has been awarded the Mo Ibrahim Prize for Achievement in African Leadership. The prize is considered one of the most prestigious awards in Africa, and it recognizes outstanding leadership and achievements in promoting peace, stability, and economic development on the continent.

Ellen Johnson Sirleaf was awarded the prize in 2017 for her leadership and achievements during her 12-year tenure as President of Liberia, from 2006 to 2018. During her presidency, she worked to rebuild the country after years of civil war, and she implemented a number of reforms aimed at promoting economic development, improving healthcare and education, and increasing access to justice.

The Mo Ibrahim Prize is awarded annually to an African head of state or government who has demonstrated exceptional leadership and has made significant contributions to the development and stability of their country. The prize is named after Mo Ibrahim, a Sudanese-British businessman and philanthropist who founded the Mo Ibrahim Foundation, which awards the prize.

Ellen Johnson Sirleaf is the first woman to receive the Mo Ibrahim Prize, and she is also the first Liberian to receive the award. She is widely recognized as one of the most successful and respected leaders in Africa, and her leadership has been praised by many for its vision, courage, and commitment to promoting peace, stability, and development in Liberia and beyond.

The Mo Ibrahim Prize is awarded in the form of a cash award, which is paid out over 10 years. The prize is funded by the Mo Ibrahim Foundation, which was established in 2006 to promote good governance and leadership in Africa. The foundation also awards the Ibrahim Index of African Governance, which measures the performance of African countries in terms of governance, human development, and economic development.

Ellen Johnson Sirleaf's award is a testament to her outstanding leadership and her commitment to promoting peace, stability, and development in Liberia and Africa. Her legacy will continue to inspire and motivate future generations of leaders in Africa and around the world.