The ceremony to present these awards took place recently at a hotel in Bamako, attended by several high-profile guests, including colleagues from the Communication and Entrepreneurship ministries, members of the National Transition Council (CNT), and diplomats from Senegal, Turkey, Italy, and Tunisia. The awards recognize Minister Attaher's contributions to development and African integration.
The Grand Prix Prestige "Étoile d'Afrique" and the Doctorate Honoris Causa were announced during the 21st edition of the African Development Program (PADEV), held in Kigali, Rwanda, from October 21-25. These awards acknowledge Minister Attaher's commitment to development and African integration. The PADEV program is an initiative that promotes African development and integration.
During the ceremony, Secretary-General Amadou Diarra Yalcouyé highlighted the significance of these awards for the ministry and praised Minister Attaher's leadership, management, and humanitarian qualities. He noted that Minister Attaher's actions reflect his numerous achievements in his professional and diplomatic career, marking a new stage in his public engagement since joining the ministry.
Arbé Jérémie Sawadogo, Commissioner-General of the African Development Prize, congratulated Minister Attaher on his awards, citing his engagement and professional qualities as reasons for the recognition. Sawadogo emphasized that Minister Attaher's awards are a testament to his remarkable professional and political career, marked by consistency, loyalty to public service ideals, and love for his country.
The President of Nexus Global University, Doctor Tia Lohi Minga, also congratulated Minister Attaher on his Doctorate Honoris Causa, which reflects the excellence and relevance of his actions beyond Mali's borders. Minister Attaher expressed his gratitude to the African Development Prize and Nexus Global University for celebrating his achievements with his colleagues and family.
Minister Attaher dedicated the awards to his team and collaborators, emphasizing that they represent a collective engagement that goes beyond his individual efforts. He also highlighted the continental dimension of these awards, looking forward to future cooperation and African integration. Minister Attaher pledged to continue working with determination and humility.
The event concluded with a cocktail and a video testimony from the minister's close associates and collaborators, who praised his accomplishments in implementing several projects and humanitarian actions. The ceremony was a celebration of Minister Attaher's achievements, marked by the presence of dignitaries and representatives from various organizations.
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- Minister Mossa Ag Attaher receives Grand Prix Prestige "Étoile d'Afrique" and Doctorate Honoris Causa.
