About the Congress
Under the Patronage of The Office of H.H. Sheikh Abdulhakim Obaid Suhail Buti Al Maktoum
2nd Edition · Dubai 2026
The 2nd Premier Women Leadership, Business & Investment Congress Middle East & Africa (PWLBIC MEA 2026) is a premier international platform dedicated to advancing women's leadership, governance, entrepreneurship, investment, innovation, and economic empowerment across the Middle East and Africa.
Held under the Patronage of the Office of H.H. Sheikh Abdulhakim Obaid Suhail Buti Al Maktoum, the Congress serves as a distinguished gathering of influential women leaders, policymakers, government officials, board directors, investors, entrepreneurs, diplomats, development institutions, corporate executives, and change-makers committed to driving inclusive growth, sustainable development, and regional prosperity.
Recognized as one of the region's leading platforms for women in leadership and business, PWLBIC MEA provides a unique environment where visionaries and decision-makers come together to exchange ideas, foster strategic partnerships, explore investment opportunities, and champion initiatives that accelerate women's participation in governance, business, innovation, and economic transformation.
Over four impactful days, delegates will participate in high-level leadership summits, executive masterclasses, governance and boardroom forums, entrepreneurship and innovation sessions, investment dialogues, women in government leadership discussions, business matchmaking meetings, mentorship programmes, exhibitions, networking receptions, and the prestigious Premier Women Leadership Awards Middle East & Africa 2026.
Event Essentials
Event Name
2nd Premier Women Leadership, Business & Investment Congress MEA 2026
Dates
12th – 15th October 2026
Venue
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Patronage
Office of H.H. Sheikh Abdulhakim Obaid Suhail Buti Al Maktoum
Organised By
Premier Women MEA Magazine & RADCOMM Media Group
Expected Delegates
500+ from 10+ Countries
"Empowering Women Leaders. Advancing Economic Transformation. Shaping the Future."
To be the most impactful international platform championing women's leadership, economic participation, and governance excellence across the Middle East and Africa — where influence meets action, and vision shapes a more inclusive and prosperous world.
To convene, connect, and celebrate the most influential women leaders across the Middle East and Africa — driving strategic dialogue, investment, knowledge sharing, policy advocacy, and cross-border partnerships that accelerate inclusive economic transformation and women's empowerment at the highest levels.
Why We Gather
Advance women's leadership competencies through executive programmes, mentorship, and high-level dialogue on governance and boardroom excellence.
Promote women's participation in corporate boards, public institutions, and governance structures across the region.
Support women entrepreneurs in scaling their businesses through investment readiness, mentoring, and market access.
Facilitate investment dialogues, capital access, and wealth creation frameworks specifically designed for women-led enterprises.
Drive policies and strategies that increase women's economic participation and contribution to national and regional GDP.
Enable dialogue between women in public leadership, legislators, and government officials to shape progressive policy frameworks.
Equip women leaders with AI, digital, and technology leadership capabilities for the future economy.
Facilitate strategic alliances between UAE, Middle East, and African businesses, governments, and investors.
Create mentorship pathways connecting established women leaders with the next generation of rising talent.
Celebrate exceptional women leaders through the Premier Women Leadership Awards MEA and the Top 100 recognition programme.
Your Invitation
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Ministers & Diplomats
Government officials and policymakers shaping regional policy
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CEOs & Executives
Corporate leaders driving business transformation across sectors
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Board Directors
Non-executive and executive directors in governance roles
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Investors & Fund Managers
Capital allocators seeking investment opportunities across MEA
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Entrepreneurs & Founders
Visionary women building businesses that change the world
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Development Partners
International organisations driving development and impact
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Technology & AI Leaders
Women driving digital transformation and technological innovation
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Media & Communications
Journalists, editors, and media executives from across the region
The PWLBIC MEA Advantage
Connect with 500+ leaders, investors, and decision-makers from the Middle East, Africa, and beyond in a truly international setting.
Four days of curated summits, masterclasses, roundtables, and study visits designed exclusively for senior women leaders.
Structured matchmaking, networking receptions, and partnership facilitation with CEOs, investors, and government leaders.
One-on-one meetings connecting investors, entrepreneurs, and corporate leaders for deal-making and strategic alliances.
Be recognized through the Premier Women Leadership Awards and the Top 100 Women Leaders MEA publication.
Be featured in the Premier Women MEA Congress Special Edition Magazine distributed to delegates, sponsors, and global partners.
Congress Outcomes
Strategic communiqué for women's economic empowerment · New investment partnerships · Policy recommendations · Business deals · Mentorship connections · Global media visibility