The Africa-America Institute will host its 40th Annual Awards Gala on September 24, 2024, featuring a Presidential Fireside Chat with H.E. Nana Akufo-Addo, president of the Republic of Ghana, and H.E. Joseph Boakai, president of the Republic of Liberia, and honoring the late H.E. Dr. Hage Geingob, former president of the Republic of Namibia and an AAI alumnus.

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The 30th anniversary commemoration of the 1994 Rwanda genocide brought together survivors, government officials, members of Congress, diplomats, and friends of Rwanda to remember the victims, uplift resilience, and emphasize the importance of progress.

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Edward Kennedy "Duke" Ellington, an internationally renowned composer, pianist, songwriter, actor, conductor and jazz orchestra leader, was born in Washington, D.C. and is known for his unique style of jazz, which is still enjoyed by many today.

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The upcoming Pakistani elections represent a step towards a free, fair, and transparent democratic process, with the United States, Pakistani civil society, and international community committed to ensuring a level playing field for all participants.

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Dr. Hage G. Geingob, President of the Republic of Namibia, died of cancer on February 4 at the age of 82 and was succeeded by Vice President Nangolo Mbumba, who is a former prime minister and minister of trade and industry.

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Rwandans, members of the African diaspora, and supporters from around the world gathered in Washington, D.C., for the 11th Rwanda Day, with President Paul Kagame and First Lady Jeannette Kagame in attendance to celebrate the country's progress and legacy of inclusivity.

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Andrew Young, one of Martin Luther King Jr.'s closest aides, spoke about his final days with the slain civil rights leader at the Washington National Cathedral, urging people to continue his fight for justice.

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The William O. Lockridge Community Foundation hosted its annual fundraiser, Dancing with the Scholars, at THEARC on Nov. 4 to honor the organization's namesake and celebrate his work, legacy and teachings.

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The D.C. government has been unable to provide the promised relief to displaced homeowners at River East at Grandview Estates, leaving them with financial duress and uncertainty about their future in the District.

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Deniece Laurent-Mantey has been appointed executive director of the President's Advisory Council on African Diaspora Engagement in the United States, a 12-member advisory council dedicated to strengthening connections between the U.S. and Africa for members of the African diaspora.

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