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Tribute to Professor Benedict Oramah, A Pan-African Patriot

Tribute to Professor Benedict Oramah, A Pan-African Patriot

by admin | Jul 17, 2025 | Blog, Featured Insights

In my many encounters with some of the greatest figures of our time—civil rights icons, independence leaders, literary giants, and business pioneers—one truth stands out: they each met pivotal historical moments with courage and decisive action. They were not driven...
How to stabilize a region, gain a friend, and combat China: Partner with Africa

How to stabilize a region, gain a friend, and combat China: Partner with Africa

by admin | Jun 23, 2025 | Featured Insights, Thought Leadership

The world is still watching to see if President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky can come to an agreement over a mineral deal, which is seemingly losing momentum. This precious natural resource is seen as one of the key components to brokering...
Tribute to My Hero and Mentor, Congressman Charlie Rangel

Tribute to My Hero and Mentor, Congressman Charlie Rangel

by admin | May 26, 2025 | Blog, Featured Insights

I thought I would be more prepared for the news I received today—that my dear former boss, adopted father, and one of the most towering influences in my life, former Congressman Charlie Rangel, had transitioned from labor to reward at the age of 94—weeks short of 95....
Back to the Beginning: The Legislative Process Behind AGOA

Back to the Beginning: The Legislative Process Behind AGOA

by admin | Dec 11, 2024 | Featured Insights, News

Oge and Witney welcome Rosa Whitaker to the show, one of the key architects of the original AGOA legislation and a leading voice on US-African trade and investment. Rosa shares the original thinking behind the legislation and how a bipartisan coalition formed with...
Honoring Mike Ullman — The Unsung Giant, My Mentor and Friend

Honoring Mike Ullman — The Unsung Giant, My Mentor and Friend

by admin | Aug 26, 2024 | Blog, Featured Insights

A few years ago during a normal conversation with my hero, mentor, and friend Myron E. (Mike) Ullman, III, he informed me that his remaining time on earth was short. He faced death like he did life—with candor, courage, faith, and optimism. He always conveyed...
America Can’t Be First If We Keep Putting Africa Last

America Can’t Be First If We Keep Putting Africa Last

by admin | Jul 23, 2024 | Featured Insights

Given the press of events closer to home, Africa is hardly top of mind in Washington right now. That President Joe Biden’s foreign policy, economic and trade A-team is meeting with its African counterparts here this week is unlikely to change that. In a more...
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