Mohamed Abdou Dassouli: Shaping Insurance Innovation and Economic Development Across Africa

A Visionary Leader in Insurance and Digital Transformation

After more than four decades at the forefront of Morocco’s insurance sector, Mohamed Abdou Dassouli has retired from his position at the Mutuelle Agricole Marocaine d’Assurances (MAMDA) at the age of 61, concluding a career marked by innovation, strategic leadership, and a deep commitment to economic and social development across the African continent.

As Deputy General Manager of MAMDA and the Mutuelle Centrale Marocaine d’Assurances (MCMA), Abdou Dassouli spearheaded initiatives aimed at bringing insurance access to small-scale farmers. Leveraging digital tools such as drones, tablets, and advanced information systems, and through strategic partnerships with Banque Centrale Populaire and Crédit Agricole, he successfully modernized savings and risk management solutions, enhancing financial inclusion and transforming Morocco’s insurance landscape.

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Championing Sustainable Development and Innovation

Beyond his corporate achievements, Abdou Dassouli serves as President of Prosperitas Africa, a leading association committed to accelerating economic and social development across Africa. Under his guidance, Prosperitas Africa promotes innovation, female leadership, entrepreneurship, and scientific research, while advancing sustainable initiatives, including programs in the olive cultivation sector that protect natural resources and foster environmentally responsible growth.

His influence also extends internationally. Abdou Dassouli has contributed to major initiatives such as Morocco’s mandatory health insurance programs and the RAMED system in Mali, demonstrating his role as a transformative leader at the intersection of insurance, governance, and social progress.

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Global Recognition: AGBA 2025

In recognition of his pioneering contributions, Mohamed Abdou Dassouli was awarded the prestigious Global InsurTech Innovator of the Year 2025 by The American Global Business Awards (AGBA 2025), organized by Summit Leaders Awards LLC.

The award ceremony will take place on October 10, 2025, at the Royal Mirage Deluxe Hotel in Marrakech, during a gala dinner attended by global business leaders, policymakers, and influential figures — a testament to Abdou Dassouli’s international stature in finance, innovation, and sustainable development.

“Mohamed Abdou Dassouli’s career exemplifies how visionary leadership, innovation, and social responsibility can drive meaningful economic transformation, both in Morocco and across Africa,” said a representative of the AGBA committee.

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A Legacy of Excellence

Through decades of service, Mohamed Abdou Dassouli has demonstrated how strategic foresight and a commitment to innovation can empower communities, drive inclusive growth, and foster international partnerships. His career stands as a model for leaders seeking to merge business success with social impact on a global scale.