2024 marked a transformative year for Businesswomen of Egypt 21 (BWE21), demonstrating substantial commitment to empowering women in business through diverse initiatives, international collaborations, and sector-specific support programs.
The “Navigating the Future Conference” held in Luxor from February 2024 ,19-15, marked the 9th annual international conference
International Presence & Global Networking
BRICS Integration Achievements: Successfully joined the BRICS Women’s Business Alliance, positioning
Egyptian businesswomen within a 28.5$ trillion economic network.
- Led a -22 member delegation to Russia for the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum.
- Established bilateral relations with Serbia, China, and otherglobal partners.
- Global Event Participation: Represented Egypt at international forums in New Delhi, Women Investment Club
Senegal WIC Barcelona (AFAEMME), Belgium, South Korea, and more. - Global Participation Partnering in Business with Germany.
Partnering in Business with Germany
A large number of members participated in the “Partnering in Business with Germany” initiative organized by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWK) throughout 2024.
Over the year, several members visited Germany, conducting multiple B2B meetings with German SMEs
Government Collaboration
The National Council for Women Empowering Egyptian Women Driving Economic Growth and Achieving Vision 2030
Engaged with investment authorities to streamline processes and enhance economic participation.
Actively contributed to Egypt Vision 2030 addressing key issues such as customs procedures and the golden license implementation.
Financial Empowerment: Partnered with MSMEDA and the African Development Bank to address financing challenges such as high interest rates and administrative hurdles.
Technology & Digital Transformation
Delivered specialized training in AI, digital creative production, and Web3 technologies.
Agriculture & Food
Security promotes climate-resilient farming practices. in collaboration with ExxonMobil Egypt, hosted a seminar on ‘Strategies for Navigating Market Volatility.
exchange rate fluctuations, securing raw materials amid global supply chain challenges, and the importance of strategic planning to enhance business resilience in dynamic markets.
Workshop organized by the Egyptian Center for Economic Studies, under the patronage of Konrad Adenauer
Stiftung titled:
Introduction to Macroeconomics & The Impact of the International Monetary Fund on the Private Sector
participated in an event under UNIDO, sharing expertise on establishing the Iraqi Businesswomen Association in collaboration with regional leaders.
Workshop organized by the Egyptian Center for Economic Studies, under the patronage of Konrad Adenauer
Stiftung titled: AI Tools for Practical and Effective Decision-Making