NGN member Sefora Kodjo, Chair of the Board of the SEPHIS Foundation, has been awarded Côte d'Ivoire's National Prize of Excellence in recognition of her longstanding contribution to advancing women's leadership and entrepreneurship. The award was presented at the Presidential Palace by the President of Côte d'Ivoire, Alassane Outtara, and the country's First Lady, Dominique Outtara, recognising Kedjo's work to promote women's talent and expertise through the SEPHIS Foundation and other initiatives supporting female entrepreneurs. In accepting the award, Kodjo described the distinction as a collective achievement, paying tribute to the Foundation's work and to the thousands of women entrepreneurs whose commitment continues to drive its mission. The National Prize of Excellence is among Côte d'Ivoire's highest national honours, recognising individuals and organisations for outstanding contributions to the country's development.