November 29, 2023
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 »
January 03, 2023
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 »
December 16, 2022
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 »
December 12, 2022
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 »
September 01, 2020
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 »
May 05, 2020
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 »
September 09, 2019
Congo-Kinshasa: Invest in the Democratic Republic of Congo - Roundtable in Washington, DC
The Africa Society of the National Summit on Africa & FMM Consulting Service LLC invite you to a roundtable discussion: Read more »
April 01, 2019
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 »
November 09, 2017
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 »
January 05, 2016
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 »
December 17, 2015
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 »
July 24, 2015
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 »
June 02, 2015
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 »
May 20, 2015
Africa: Technology for Learning: Limitations and Opportunities
Presentation of Noah Samara Chairman and CEO, Yazmi USA, LLC eLearning Africa 2015-Opening Ceremony Read more »
April 08, 2015
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 »
February 27, 2015
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 »
November 13, 2014
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 »
October 14, 2014
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 »
February 25, 2014
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 »
December 06, 2013
South Africa: In Remembrance Of Nelson Mandela
All of us at The Africa Society of the National Summit on Africa wish to express our profound sympathy and condolences to the family of Nelson Mandela, to the people of South… Read more »
April 24, 2013
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 »
November 30, 2012
Congo-Kinshasa: International Outcry Must Be Louder
The people of the Democratic Republic of Congo have long been savaged. Perhaps that is why the international outcry over the M23 rebels overtaking Goma and wreaking humanitarian… Read more »
Mali: How to Restore Stability - Envoy to U.S.
Keynote Address at the Forum Series Sponsored by Howard University's Ralph J. Bunche International Affairs Center and the Africa Society of the National Summit on Africa Read more »
November 26, 2012
Mali: Restoring Stability in Mali - Africa Society Forum at Howard University
Assessing How Best to Restore Security and Stability in this West African Nation Read more »
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