Egypt’s Ramsco Biotechnologies has been internationally recognized for its pioneering women empowerment efforts, earning a top spot in the 2025 BRICS Businesswomen Alliance report. The company’s initiative represents one of the most effective private-sector practices globally advancing gender inclusion and food security, positioning Egypt as a key contributor to sustainable development within the BRICS+ framework. Led by entrepreneur and environmental advocate Rawya Mansour, Ramsco’s initiative focuses on correcting systemic inequities in rural labor markets—most notably the gender pay gap.
The 2025 edition of the BRICS Businesswomen Alliance report, which included insights from over 20 countries, identified best practices across six priority sectors: creative industries, food and environmental security, healthcare, inclusive economies, innovation, and tourism. Ramsco was singled out for its impactful approach in the agriculture sector, where it has integrated gender equity, sustainable technology, and climate-smart farming.
“This recognition by the BRICS Businesswomen Alliance is a proud moment for Egypt,” said Mansour, CEO of Ramsco Egypt and Oasis Technologies Monaco. “Empowering rural women is not only a matter of justice; it’s essential to achieving climate resilience, food sovereignty, and inclusive economic growth.”
At the heart of Ramsco’s mission is the replacement of chemical fertilizers and pesticides with bio-based alternatives. These innovations, including biochar technology and organic fertilisers, enhance soil health, reduce water usage by up to 30%, and significantly mitigate the environmental footprint of traditional agriculture. This approach aligns closely with global sustainable development goals (SDGs), particularly those focused on climate action, responsible consumption, and gender equality.
The initiative also strengthens women’s participation in modern farming systems, offering training, employment, and ownership opportunities that reinforce their economic independence. Ramsco’s model demonstrates that regenerative agriculture can be both environmentally sustainable and socially inclusive.
With this recognition, Ramsco Biotechnologies cements its role as a regional leader in green innovation, showing how private sector leadership can drive transformational change. It also sets a precedent for other BRICS+ nations looking to harness the power of women-led innovation in addressing today’s most pressing global challenges.
