Following the massive success of the Royal African Society’s (https://RoyalAfricanSociety.org/) spectacular Movie Africa 2024 competition, (25 October to three November 2024), the Society is delighted to announce two additional high stage occasions in November 2024.
ROYAL AFRICAN SOCIETY ANNUAL LECTURE, THURSDAY 21 NOVEMBER
The Royal African Society Annual Lecture will likely be delivered by one of the crucial revered and transformative world leaders, Professor Benedict Oramah, President and Chairman of the Board of Administrators on the African Export-Import Financial institution (Afreximbank), on Thursday 21 November, on the Sammy Ofer Centre, London Enterprise Faculty, 97-113 Marylebone Highway, London NW1 5PT.
This very particular occasion will likely be hosted by Arunma Oteh, Chairperson of the Royal African Society. She can also be a member of the International Management Council of the College of Oxford SAID Enterprise Faculty, and former Treasurer of the World Financial institution. The occasion will likely be moderated by Omar Ben Yedder, Group Writer and Managing Director of IC Publications Restricted and Editor-in-Chief of African Enterprise. Visitors will embrace enterprise leaders, parliamentarians, Ambassadors and Excessive Commissioners, academia, and is open to all these fascinated by present affairs in Africa.
ROYAL AFRICAN SOCIETY BENEFIT GALA, FRIDAY 22 NOVEMBER
The Royal African Society’s Profit Gala on Friday 22 November will likely be one of the crucial thrilling and glamorous occasions within the London social calendar, kicking off the festive season. It will likely be held on the stunning and historic headquarters of the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA), Portland Place, London, highlighting the significance of the career of architects for sustainability within the constructed atmosphere.
To start out the night, the Royal African Society will host a cocktail and networking occasion within the RIBA Gallery, 5:30pm – 7:00pm, co-hosted by the UK’s All Occasion Parliamentary Group for Africa, and esteemed companions and buddies of the Society Afreximbank, Africa No Filter and Rolling Stone Africa. Members could have the chance to attach with trade leaders, Parliamentarians, Ambassadors and Excessive Commissioners, teachers, and Africa-related organisations in an attractive, dynamic atmosphere, whereas having fun with Africa-inspired canapés and drinks. Whether or not you’re seeking to forge new partnerships or develop your community, this occasion is designed to encourage and empower you.
The Gala dinner and night will begin at 7pm. The menu has been curated by London’s two Michelin star African restaurateurs Ire Hassan-Odukale of IKOYI (https://IKOYILondon.com/) and Adejoke Bakare of CHISHURU (www.CHISHURU.com). The night’s fabulous leisure will embrace our headlining act, worldwide celebrity Laolu Senbanjo (https://Laolu.NYC/), the esteemed award successful poet Jenny Mitchell (https://apo-opa.co/48KI6Jt), dance efficiency by the spectacular Ballet Soul (www.BalletSoul.org), and London primarily based legendary London Faculty of Samba (www.LondonSchoolOfSamba.co.uk) and the Grasp of Ceremonies would be the comic and influencer Kenny O (https://apo-opa.co/3CmlaEm).
Professor Benedict Oramah, President and Chairman of the Board of Administrators on the African Export-Import Financial institution (Afreximbank), will ship a keynote handle on the “Energy of Narrative”.
Visitors may take dwelling paintings by a few of the most recognised and valued artists from the continent and the Diaspora, in addition to luxurious experiences akin to safaris in Kenya, all obtainable within the silent and dwell auctions. Sotheby’s will run the dwell public sale, supported by Artsy, who can even handle the silent public sale.
In the course of the night, the Society will award a person or organisation who’ve demonstrated excellent achievements within the under class, with nominations chosen by the general public. This award is sponsored by Omenaart Basis. Established by philanthropist, artwork collector and entrepreneur Omenaa Mensah, the Basis spearheads initiatives throughout artwork, design, structure and enterprise. These embrace the annual High Charity public sale, Europe’s primary occasion for up to date artwork and philanthropy, offering nice assist for establishments and artists throughout Africa and Europe.
Excellent achievements in Philanthropy: Honouring people and organisations which have made vital contributions to social growth, poverty alleviation, schooling, healthcare, and neighborhood empowerment.
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About The Royal African Society:
The Royal African Society is a membership organisation devoted to enhancing understanding of Africa and promote engagement and funding between Africa and the UK and past, throughout all sectors. The Society makes use of its flagship occasions to highlight Africa’s innovation, skills, numerous cultures, heritages and present affairs to the widest potential viewers.
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