Patricia Obo-Nai

"It’s okay to be vulnerable; it’s okay to show empathy. I think this is what female leaders are able to bring to the table and I would always advise them to embrace it as a quality and a strength. The fact we’re all talking about purpose is so encouraging because it brings a human side out in all of us."

"This future is not a distant dream – it is within our grasp, waiting to be realised through bold leadership and strategic investment in digital innovation."

"If women are empowered, we will be able to improve digital and financial inclusion, contribute to society and the economy, and help secure and preserve the environment for future generations."

"The continuous lack of representation of women in political and economic decision-making constitutes a threat to women’s empowerment and gender equality."

"Both men and women must step-up their efforts for equality, build on the foundation that has already been established, make the required investments, develop partnerships with the corporate sector and civil society, and hold individuals responsible for their actions."

"we should all make that commitment, realign our thinking, and embrace the basic reality that women and men are equal and deserve equal opportunities."

"For every decision made, look at things objectively with a gender-oriented lens."

"Our fight for gender equality is on a critical path and we need more role models."

"As women, we only want to be able to use our untapped ideas, innovation, and talent for the good of society, country and the world."

"we have a duty to challenge harmful gender norms and beliefs."

"overcoming gender inequality is a victory for everyone."

"If you operate in a community, the survival of the economy and the survival of that community depends on what you do, and it’s so linked to your business and how it thrives."

"People can copy your products, but nobody can copy the way you drive emotion."