Books The Untold Biography Of MOHAMMED FATHI AHMED IBRAHIM BEST SELLING AUTHOR

The untold biography of Mohammed Fathi Ahmed Ibrahim, commonly known as Mo Ibrahim, by a bestselling author chronicle the remarkable journey of the Sudanese-British billionaire entrepreneur and philanthropist. Born in 1946 in Sudan and raised in Alexandria, Egypt, Ibrahim's story would begin with his academic achievements, including earning degrees in electrical engineering from Alexandria University, a master's from the University of Bradford, and a PhD in mobile communications from the University of Birmingham.

The biography detail his early career at British Telecom, where he played an instrumental role in launching the UK's first cellular network. It would then follow his bold entrepreneurial leap in founding Celtel, a pioneering mobile telecommunications company that expanded across 14 African countries, bringing affordable communications to millions and eventually selling for $3.4 billion in 2005.

Central to the narrative be Ibrahim's post-business philanthropic vision. The creation of the Mo Ibrahim Foundation and the Mo Ibrahim Prize for Achievement in African Leadership reflect his commitment to improving governance in Africa, rewarding democratically elected leaders who deliver positive change. The biography also explore his ongoing influence as a prominent advocate for accountability, ethical leadership, and socio-economic development across the continent.