Africa: AAI Celebrates 40th Annual Awards Gala Honoring African Leadership and Philanthropy

The Africa-America Institute (AAI) marked a significant milestone on Tuesday, September 24th, with its 40th Annual Awards Gala. The prestigious event, held in New York City,… Read more »

Africa: The Africa-America Institute to Celebrate 40th Annual Awards Gala with Presidential Fireside Chat and Tribute to the Late H.E. Geingob, President of the Republic of Namibia and AAI Alumnus

AAI's 40th Annual Awards Gala to feature a Presidential Fireside Chat with H.E. Nana Akufo-Addo, President of the Republic of Ghana, and H.E. Joseph Boakai, President of the… Read more »

Africa: AAI Statement on the Passing of H.E. Dr. Hage G. Geingob, President of the Republic of Namibia & AAI Alumnus

It is with profound sadness that we at the Africa-America Institute (AAI) learned of the passing of His Excellency Dr. Hage G. Geingob, President of the Republic of Namibia –… Read more »

Africa: AAI Unveils Additional Details for 70th Anniversary Gala #AAIGala2023

Activist, Scholar and Educator Evelyn Jones Rich & Technology Giant MTN Group Will Join the 2023 Class of Honorees to Include Trailblazing Executive Debra Lee and Renowned… Read more »

Africa: The Africa-America Institute Celebrates 70 Years with a Special Edition of Its Annual Awards Gala

AAI's 70th Anniversary Gala 2023 Honorees Include: Debra Lee and The Conrad N. Hilton Foundation and Featuring H.E. Hage Geingob, President of The Republic of Namibia. Read more »

Niger: AAI Statement on the Passing of H.E. Hassana Alidou

On behalf of the Board of Trustees and staff of the Africa-America Institute, it is with profound sorrow that we learned of the passing of one of our most distinguished alumna,… Read more »

Africa: The Africa-America Institute Hosted its 38th Annual Awards Gala - Ceremony Honored the Remarkable Achievements of Africa and its Worldwide Diaspora

2022 Honorees Included: The Republic of Botswana, Filmmaker and Culture Curator Mahen Bonetti, Rockefeller Foundation Executive Betty Wambui Kibaara and IBM Executive Dr. Solomon… Read more »

Africa: The Africa-America Institute Announces Details for its 38th Annual Awards Gala Ceremony Set to Honor the Remarkable Achievements of Africa, Africans and African Descendants Across Industries

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Africa: The Africa-America Institute Announces Details for its 38th Annual Awards Gala

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Africa: Africa-American Institute Honors Perseverance, Innovation and Achievement During 37th Annual Awards Gala

The Africa-America Institute (AAI) will once again celebrate the many successes of Africa and the worldwide African diaspora during its 37th Annual Awards Gala, taking place… Read more »

Africa: AAI Annual Awards Gala to Honor African & African-Descendant Voices - Streaming Worldwide on Sep 22

The Africa-America Institute (AAI) will once again celebrate the many successes of Africa, Africans and African-descendants during its 36th Annual Awards Gala, taking place… Read more »

Senegal: The Africa-America Institute Hosts its Fifth Annual State of Education in Africa Conference in Dakar, Senegal

The Africa-America Institute (AAI) will host its fifth annual State of Education in Africa conference (SOE) from November 14-15, 2019 at the King Fahd Palace Hotel in Dakar,… Read more »

Africa: Building New Narratives and Future Capacities - The Africa-America Institute (AAI) 35th Annual Awards Gala

AAI's 35th Annual Awards GalaTuesday, September 24, 2019 7:00 PM ET Read more »

Africa: AAI 35th Anniversay Awards Gala - Building New Narratives and Future Capacities

On September 24th, 2019, the Africa-America Institute hosted its 35th Annual Awards Gala, the largest showcase celebrating the success of African countries and the diaspora. Read more »

Africa: President Cyril Ramaphosa to Lead South African Delegation to the Africa-America Institute 65th Anniversary Gala

The Republic of South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa will lead a delegation that includes Minister of Energy, Jeff Radebe and fellow senior officials as part of the UN… Read more »

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Rwanda: Rwanda to Accept AAI 2016 Regional Integration Award

The Republic of Rwanda will receive the AAI 2016 Regional Integration Award for their efforts and support of the African Union’s “single African passport”. Read more »

Africa: Chevron's Ali Moshiri to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award at AAI Awards Gala

September Event to Honor Aliko Dangote, President and Chief Executive Officer, Dangote Group Pay Special Tributes to Ali Moshiri, President, Chevron Africa and Latin America… Read more »

Africa: Grammy Award Singer Angelique Kidjo to Serve as Distinguished Gala Honorary Co-Chair

Grammy Award Singer Angelique Kidjo will serve as Honorary Co-chair of AAI’s 2016 Annual Awards Gala — one of the most anticipated and high profile events… Read more »

Africa: AAI 2016 Awards Gala to Honor Aliko Dangote of Dangote Group, Stephen Hayes of Corporate Council on Africa, and Sunil Benimadhu of Stock Exchange of Mauritius

September Event to Honor Aliko Dangote, President and Chief Executive, Dangote Group,   Pay Tribute to Stephen Hayes, CEO, Corporate Council on Africa and Recognize AAI… Read more »

Africa: AAI Hosts Spectacular Awards Gala, Launched Future Leaders Legacy Fund

AAI Awards Gala honors Namibian President His Excellency Hage Geingob, Zimbabwean technology entrepreneur and philanthropist Strive Masiyiwa, and IBM Read more »

Africa: The Africa-America Institute Announces Future Leaders Legacy Fund Awards Gala: "Achieving Excellence through Scholarship, Opportunity, and Innovation"

Awards Gala to honor Namibian President His Excellency Hage Geingob, Zimbabwean technology entrepreneur and philanthropist Strive Masiyiwa, and IBM Read more »

Nigeria: Top Educators and Innovators to Gather for AAI's 2nd Annual State of Education in Africa Conference in Lagos, Nigeria

Educators and innovators from across Africa and the U.S. will gather for a solutions-driven global education conference, convened by The Africa-America Institute, aimed at putting… Read more »

Africa: The Africa-America Institute's 30th Annual Awards Gala Honors Ivorian President, Distinguished African Leaders and General Electric

In accepting the AAI Lifetime Achievement Award from The Africa-America Institute (AAI), H.E. Alassane Ouattara, President of the Republic of Cote d'Ivoire, called on AAI to launch… Read more »

Africa: The Africa-America Institute Announces 30th Annual Awards Gala: "Powering Africa's Future through Regional and Global Partnerships"

During the opening week of the United Nations General Assembly, The Africa-America Institute will host a spectacular 30th Annual Awards Gala on Monday, September 22, at Gotham… Read more »