Meet Dahlia Khalifa: The Woman Leading the World Bank’s Development Agenda Across the Middle East
Across the Middle East, millions of people look to stronger economies, better infrastructure, quality education and greater employment opportunities to improve their lives. Behind many of the programmes and partnerships supporting these aspirations are development leaders whose work shapes policies, investments and long-term growth, often far from the public eye. One of those leaders is Dahlia Khalifa. The World Bank recently appointed Khalifa as Division Director for its Middle East Department, placing her at the forefront of the institution’s strategic engagement across Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon and Syria. Based in Amman, Jordan, she succeeds Jean-Christophe Carret, who served in the role for the past four years. Her appointment is more than a career milestone. It reflects over two decades of experience in international development and positions her to help shape one of the World Bank’s most significant regional portfolios. Working closely with governments, development partners, the private sector and other…
International Chess Day: What Chess Teaches Women About Leadership, Strategy and Success
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Mia Mottley: Leadership, Resilience and the Rise of a Global Stateswoman
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10 Reasons Why Women-Owned Businesses Are Becoming the World’s Fastest-Growing Economic Force
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Lupita Nyong’o: The Global Influence of an Unapologetically African Woman
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The Mediterranean Diet: Why It Remains the Gold Standard for Women’s Health
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11 Leadership Skills Every Woman Need Before 2027
“The illiterate of the 21st century will not be those who cannot read and write, but those who cannot learn, unlearn and relearn.” —…
Why the World’s Most Influential Women Think Beyond Politics
By Blossom Ukoha The world’s most influential women are redefining the meaning of leadership. While politics remains one of the most visible avenues of…
Designing Homes That Inspire Creativity and Leadership
“Freedom appears a core characteristic: the person must feel free and must be able to adapt or choose the environment to fit individual needs…
Princess Catherine Climbs Britain’s Highest Mountains to Support Cancer Patients
“Partly it’s personal. I’m so grateful to be here, to be strong enough to walk these hills. But, more importantly, it’s to give something…
Teyana Taylor Shines as BET’s Icon of the Year
Some awards celebrate a remarkable year. Others recognise a career that has consistently redefined excellence. At the 2026 BET Awards, Teyana Taylor received one…
Sri Lanka’s Prime Minister Honoured with Global Power Impact & Legacy Award at GPWF, Cambridge 2026
Cambridge, United Kingdom | 9 June 2026 – A powerful call for women-centred governance, democratic renewal and inclusive economic transformation resonated throughout the Global…
