African Ambassadors and Leaders Speak about Poverty, Food Security, Health, Education and Governance in Africa

A panel of top diplomats and distinguished leaders from across Africa will discuss poverty, food security, HIV/AIDs, information and computer technologies and nurturing democratic reforms. The event is a unique opportunity to hear from African leaders, themselves, about their efforts to address the challenges of the continent. Invited speakers include H.E. Hawa Ndilowe, Ambassador of Malawi; H.E. Peter Ogego, Ambassador of Kenya; H.E. Amadou Ba, Ambassador of Senegal; H.E. Keerteecoomar Ruhee, Ambassador of Mauritius; Hon. Amina Salum Ali, Africa Union Ambassador; Andrew Makenete, ABSA Bank, South Africa; Dr. Lindiwe Sibanda, Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources Policy Analysis Network; Michael Kijjambu, 1000 Cups of Coffee, Uganda; and Mamadou Diarrah, First Secretary, Embassy of Mali. This event is being organized by Iowa State's African Studies Forum, in conjunction with the World Food Prize Organization's 2007 Norman E. Bourlaug International Symposium. Part of the World Affairs Series.