Freetown Mayor, Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr, has been recognized in the prestigious Forbes inaugural list of 50 Sustainability Leaders.

This list highlights individuals from various fields, including entrepreneurship, science, philanthropy, politics, and activism, who are making significant contributions to combating the global climate crisis.

In response to this recognition, Aki-Sawyerr expressed her gratitude on social media, stating,

“I am truly honored to be named in Forbes’ inaugural list of 50 Sustainability Leaders!” She emphasized the collective efforts behind her achievements, thanking her colleagues both in Sierra Leone and internationally, as well as the residents of Freetown, for their collaboration in developing and executing climate action initiatives.

The Forbes list honors leaders who are driving tangible and impactful changes in the fight against climate change.

Aki-Sawyerr’s inclusion underscores her commitment to sustainability through projects like the #FreetownTheTreetown initiative, which aims to plant one million trees to combat deforestation and urban heat, among other efforts aimed at improving environmental resilience in the city.

For more details on the honorees and their contributions, the full list is available through a link provided by the mayor.