Ellen Johnson Sirleaf was awarded the Ibrahim Prize on February 12, 2018.
On February 12, 2018, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf was announced as the winner of the Ibrahim Prize for Achievement in African Leadership. This prestigious award, which included a $5 million endowment, was in recognition of her efforts to establish democratic governance and strengthen Liberia's socio-economic foundations after conflict. Johnson Sirleaf's leadership was celebrated as exemplary in fostering nation-building and promoting human rights, marking a significant endorsement of her legacy on the African continent.