Africa: PEPFAR, HIV/AIDS, AND AFRICA - A Twenty-Year Update [Register]

To mark World AIDS Day The Africa Society will host the Honorable Dr. Monde Muyangwa, Assistant Administrator for Africa, US Agency for International Development (USAID) in a… Read more »

Africa: Honoring Patricia Baine - President of The Africa Society of the National Summit on Africa from 2016 to 202

On December 10, 2022, the world lost one of the most dedicated, vibrant women working to strengthen U.S.-Africa relations and to advance human rights and economic development for… Read more »

Africa: Honoring Patricia Baine - President of The Africa Society of the National Summit on Africa

On behalf of the family of Patricia Baine, and the Board of Directors of The Africa Society, we are grateful for the outpouring of love, respect and sympathy that has been received… Read more »

Africa: The Africa Society Mourns the Passing of Patricia Baine

The Africa Society board shares with profound sadness the passing of our beloved president, Patricia Baine on December 10 , 2022. Read more »

Africa: Africa Society Leadership Changes

Ambassador Pamela E Bridgewater (ret.) concludes four years as CEO and Board Chair of The Africa Society of the National Summit on Africa on September 1.  Ambassador… Read more »

Africa: COVID-19 Vaccine Research Trials and Tests Must Include African Partners

The Africa Society, like individuals, organizations and governments worldwide, joins in the call for accelerated, focused and thorough efforts to find a vaccine that is effective… Read more »

Africa: The Africa Society Selects Fellows for Special Research on The Democratic Republic of Congo ahead of its President's Trip

The Africa Society of the National Summit on Africa announces the selection of eight graduate students to serve as Africa Society Fellows in advance of the Democratic Republic of… Read more »

Africa: Africa Society Takes Renowned Teach Africa Program to Pittsburgh

The Africa Society of the National Summit on Africa and the World Affairs Council of Pittsburgh, in partnership with Duquesne University, will host 250 Pittsburgh area high school… Read more »

Africa: Africa Society Pays Tribute to Board Chair, Outstanding Leaders in Africa Arena

For the first time in the fifteen history of The Africa Society of the National Summit on Africa, the organization paused to pay tribute to those leaders and partners who have… Read more »

Africa: Africa Society Heads Pass the Torch to New Leaders

Longtime Africanist and President and CEO of The Africa Society of the National Summit on Africa, Bernadette Paolo, formally announced her resignation today from the Africa-focused… Read more »

Africa: Obama Goes To Kenya A Champion For Africa

In July of 2009, Barack Obama delivered his first speech as President in Ghana calling for change in Africa. Many African countries sought that initial visit from the new American… Read more »

Africa: Obama Goes To Kenya A Champion For Africa

In July of 2009, Barack Obama delivered his first speech as President in Ghana calling for change in Africa. Many African countries sought that initial visit from the new American… Read more »

Africa: Technology for Learning: Limitations and Opportunities

Presentation of Noah Samara Chairman and CEO, Yazmi USA, LLC eLearning Africa 2015-Opening Ceremony Read more »

Africa: Africa Society Board Chair, Noah Samara, is Keynote Speaker for AU Conference on eLearning

Noah Samara, Chairman and CEO of Yazmi USA, LLC, and Chair of The Africa Society of the National Summit on Africa’s Board of Directors was the keynote speaker for the opening… Read more »

Africa: U.S. National Security Tied to Africa's Economic Empowerment

A new National Security Strategy (NSS) for the United States released in February of 2015 includes many references to trade being vital to U.S. security interests. That is why… Read more »

Africa: Key Obama Administration Official for African Affairs, Grant T. Harris, Will Open Africa Society's Ambassador Andrew Young Lecture Series on Africa for 2015

The Africa Society of the National Summit on Africa, in partnership with the Embassy of the Republic of Ethiopia, will host Grant T. Harris, Special Assistant to the President and… Read more »

Africa: 600 Students for a Youth Forum Hosted by Africa Society & World Affairs Council-DC

The Africa Society of the National Summit on Africa and the World Affairs Council – Washington, DC, will host 600 students for a Youth Forum entitled "Africa: A Continent for… Read more »

Africa: Tribute to Living Legend And Renowned Scholar Ali Mazrui

Noah Samara, Chairman of the Board of The Africa Society of the National Summit on Africa, conveyed his sympathy on behalf of his colleagues and everyone associated with the… Read more »

Africa: Assistant Secretary of State Linda Thomas-Greenfield To Open The Africa Society's Ambassador Andrew Young Lecture Series on Africa for 2014

The Africa Society of the National Summit on Africa, in partnership with the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, will host the Honorable Linda Thomas-Greenfield, Assistant… Read more »

Africa: Foundation to Fulfill Legacy of Rep. Donald M. Payne

Former New Jersey Assemblyman William D. Payne, brother of the late Congressman Donald M. Payne, Sr., announced today that a foundation was being established to carry forward the… Read more »

Africa: Event Celebrating Africa's Renaissance on Capitol Hill

Focus to be on Africa's Economic Transformation, Trade and Titans Read more »

Africa: Donald Payne an 'Irreplaceable' Guide

The loss of Congressman Donald M. Payne is not only being felt in his native New Jersey, or in Washington, DC, or on the continent of Africa, it is being experienced by countless… Read more »

Africa: Teach Africa Summit at U.S. Department of State Brings Together Student Leaders From Across the U.S.

More than 300 high school student leaders from across the U. S. will meet with ambassadors, policymakers, and professionals during the Teach Africa Leadership Summit at the State… Read more »

Africa: Assistant Secretary of State Johnnie Carson to speak at The Africa Society

The Africa Society of The National Summit on Africa, in partnership with the Embassy of the Republic of Ghana, will host The Honorable Johnnie Carson, Assistant Secretary of… Read more »

Africa: 1000+ L.A. Students Respond to the Call of the Teach Africa Youth Forum

More than 1000 Los Angeles middle and high school students are expected to participate in the innovative Teach Africa™ Youth Forum.on Saturday, May 30 at  UCLA Royce… Read more »