The Women’s Chamber of Industry and Commerce (WCIC) recently held its 39th Annual General Meeting (AGM), marking another significant milestone in its mission to empower women in business and entrepreneurship across Sri Lanka. Founded in 1985 as the world’s first chamber focused on advancing women, WCIC continues to champion female leadership and business development. Led
Women in Tech, the global leader in promoting inclusion, diversity, and equity in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics), has partnered with Colombo-based PR agency Mark and Comm Ltd. to enhance women’s participation in STEM fields across Sri Lanka. This collaboration aligns with Women in Tech’s mission to empower 5 million women worldwide by
The local handloom sector in Sri Lanka is set for significant development, with the government implementing various programmes aimed at empowering women and youth in the industry. The Cabinet of Ministers approved a comprehensive proposal by Minister of Industries Ramesh Pathirana on Monday, addressing the challenges faced by local entrepreneurs. The proposal, responding to issues
HSBC Sri Lanka has been awarded the title of ‘Best International Bank in Sri Lanka’ by Euromoney in their Awards for Excellence 2024. This accolade acknowledges HSBC’s commitment to digitisation and delivering competitive financial services, reflected in its exceptional financial results in 2023. The award also highlights key achievements in Wholesale Banking, Sustainable Finance, and