The Chief Executive Officer of the Microfinance and Small Loans Centre (MASLOC), Abibata Shanni Mahama Zakariah, has been declared the Ultimate Woman of the Year at the fourth edition of the National Business Honours 2024.
Madam Zakariah’s recognition is for championing business sustainability under the Government of Ghana (GoG) agency, supporting many SMEs and some skilled groups through the provision and accessibility of credit products to enhance and improve small businesses.
The Ultimate Woman of the Year award also celebrated her trailblazing role as a woman in leadership.
The event which was under the theme "Driving Growth and Innovation; Empowering Businesses for a Resilient Future in a Recovering Economy," witnessed industry leaders and trailblazers from numerous institutions involved in driving the economy to reward and honor leaders who are at the forefront of innovation and sustainability in a recovering economy.
The National Business Honours 2024 which climaxed the National Business Week brought together key stakeholders, partners and captains of industry to celebrate and help deliberate on the pertinent issues affecting the world of commerce while also giving opportunity to commercial entities to exhibit their organizations through their products and services.
Speaking in an interview, Madam Zakariah expressed gratitude for the recognition.
She was optimistic her achievements would serve as a beacon of hope and a source of inspiration for young girls across the country.
According to her, her unwavering commitment to SMEs reaffirms that sustainable growth and gender equality are integral to the nation's progress.
The National Business Honours 2024 also highlighted the pivotal role of visionary leaders in shaping the future of business and driving the nation's economic revival.
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