Judith Phiri, [email protected]
ZIMBABWEAN entrepreneur and advocate Ms Cynthia Akujobi has received international recognition for her contributions to education, international harmony and environmental conservation at an awards ceremony in Tunisia.
Ms Akujobi was honoured by the World Book of Records London at its awards and summit held on Monday in Les Côtes de Carthage, Gammarth, Tunisia.
The event recognises individuals, institutions and social service organisations for outstanding leadership, community impact and specialised achievements across Europe, Africa and Asia.
Ms Akujobi’s work spans youth empowerment, business development and prisoner rehabilitation, alongside initiatives promoting sustainability and social inclusion.
She holds a degree in Entrepreneurship and a Master of Business Administration in Strategic Management. She is a board adviser for Youth Network Connect (YNC) and a board member of the Bulawayo Business Awards, where she champions youth and women’s empowerment, entrepreneurship and business excellence.
“At the Inside Out Development Trust, I lead work in prisoner rehabilitation, equipping individuals with practical skills training and spiritual wellness to support their successful re-integration into society,” she said.
Speaking about her work in sustainability, Ms Akujobi said she was part of an international community committed to advancing sustainable development and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
“We are experts, trainers and advocates from all-over the world, united around the same values and acting in the same direction. Together we can do better and can hope for a better world more sustainable.
“Through contributions that we make in leadership and negotiations. I am officially confirmed as an international change maker and sustainability leader and have received the international certification as Global Sustainability Ambassador,” she added.
Ms Akujobi has also been recognised as an ambassador of the African Diplomatic League International in Zimbabwe.
In a statement, the organisation described her as an inspiring and dedicated leader whose appointment would support its efforts to promote cooperation and sustainable development.
“With unwavering dynamism, integrity, and a deep commitment to the values of international cooperation, she embodies the mission of the African Diplomatic League: to promote unity, diplomatic dialogue, and the sustainable transformation of societies in Africa and beyond,” the organisation said.
It added that her appointment in Zimbabwe was intended to strengthen relations between nations and advance a more united, inclusive and interconnected global community.
Ms Akujobi also received a certificate for successfully completing a training session on “SDG Management under ISO/UNDP 53001”, provided by GlobalEthix International.
The World Book of Records London describes itself as an organisation that documents and verifies achievements and records worldwide, issuing certifications through its international network.
Established in 2017, the organisation says it has expanded its presence across Europe, North America, South America, Africa, Asia and Australia.
