Ten Emirati women have completed the challenge of climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa.
They climbed the 5,895 metre high mountain located in northeastern Tanzania, as part of a trip organised by Majalis Abu Dhabi to celebrate Emirati Women's Day.
Upon their arrival at the peak, the women hoisted the UAE flag, after a challenging six-day journey.
.@MajalisAbuDhabi has organised a hike to Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa, to celebrate #EmiratiWomensDay. 10 Emirati women raised the UAE flag at the summit to celebrate the achievements of women in the UAE and their role in the country’s sustainable development. pic.twitter.com/vNO145SNRz
— مكتب أبوظبي الإعلامي (@ADMediaOffice) August 28, 2022
This trip serves as a testament to the strong will of Emirati women and their ability to overcome various challenges.
It also aims to spread positive values, such as teamwork, determination and fearlessness in achieving goals among women.
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