African Renaissance and Diaspora Network

Day at the Pyramids of Giza: Timeless Lessons from CairoToday, I had the extraordinary opportunity to visit the Pyramids of Giza — enduring testaments to Africa’s brilliance, built thousands of years ago and still standing tall on the edge of modern-day Cairo.To stand before the Great Pyramid and the Sphinx …

Last night , I had the pleasure of cruising the Nile aboard Maxim’s in Cairo — a serene and inspiring journey through Africa’s living history. As the boat gently traced the waters beneath Cairo’s skyline, I was reminded that the Nile is not only the lifeblood of Egypt but a …

What a powerful day in Cairo!I was proud to represent the African Renaissance and Diaspora Network (ARDN) at the Focus Africa Trade and Investment Forum. One of today’s highlights was watching the incredible Dina Salem, Lead Anchor at Al Qahera News, take the stage as Mistress of Ceremonies. She brought …

The Focus Africa Investment Forum has just begun here in Cairo, with powerful opening remarks by Professor Benedict Oramah, President and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Afreximbank. His vision has set an ambitious tone for the days ahead. Proud to participate in this vital platform where Africa’s trade, …

I am pleased to share this Wall Street Herald article highlighting the High-Level Event on Women’s Leadership in Climate Action and Gender Equality, which took place on March 13 during CSW69. This impactful gathering brought together global leaders, policymakers, and advocates to discuss the crucial role of women in driving …

⸻ On March 17, 2025, I had the privilege of hosting a Reception and Dinner in New York City, following up on the tremendous success of our High-Level Event on March 13. This gathering was an opportunity to continue building partnerships and translating our shared commitments into concrete actions. Co-hosted …

New York, NY – March 13, 2025 –As the world marks the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, today’s High-Level Event on Empowering Women Globally as Leaders in the Struggle for Climate Change, with Special Reference to Women of Africa and the Diaspora, co-hosted by the …

Earlier today, I had the pleasure of sharing an excellent working lunch with my dear friend and longtime colleague, Gillian Sorensen, at a restaurant just across from the United Nations Headquarters in New York. Gillian Sorensen, a former United Nations Assistant Secretary-General for External Relations, has spent her career championing …

At the invitation of Anni Huang, President and Founder of the World Madam Foundation, Zhang Hong was honored as a Special Guest at the High-Level event on 13 March in New York, part of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women. During the event, he received the prestigious …

Dear Team, Please join me in congratulating Hon. Alfred Okoh Vanderpuije on his election as Chairperson of the Foreign Affairs Committee of Ghana’s Parliament. Alfred called me this morning to share the news and reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening our partnership with ARDN. A former Mayor of Accra, Vanderpuije currently …