Yvonne Denise Aki-Sawyerr, Sierra Leonean politician and finance professional, the Mayor of the city, was awarded the Outstanding Public Social Intrapreneur of the Year 2023 for her innovative approach to improving the living conditions of his constituents.
Yvonne Denise Aki-Sawyerr had always been passionate about creating positive change in her community. As the Mayor of Freetown, she was constantly seeking new and innovative ways to address the city’s most pressing social and economic issues. Under her leadership, Freetown had seen significant improvements.
The award was a recognition of Mayor Doe’s tireless efforts in making a meaningful impact in the lives of the people of Freetown. whiles she was not present to receive the award, taking to her social media, she siad
Humbled to receive this in the post today. I couldn’t attend the award ceremony in person because I had to appear in court that day. Thanks Schwab Foundation for Social Entrepreneurship and World Economic Forum for this recognition.
Yvonne Denise Aki-Sawyerr also further noted that as her office come to an end, she remain commited to serving Freetonians and looking dorward continuing her collective journey to Transform Freetown
