The Most Influential People of African Descent (MIPAD) is set to host the MIPAD Recognition Week, honouring some of the most impactful figures of African descent from around the world during the UNGA High-Level Week from September 23-30, 2024, in New York.
MIPAD 2024
As this year’s grand celebration also marks the conclusion of the 1st International Decade for People of African Descent, all attendees and honourees have a unique opportunity to fully leverage MIPAD’s partnership with GLG Communications for comprehensive public relations services. These events provide a platform for attendees and honourees to significantly enhance their visibility and impact.
This year’s special activities will highlight a diverse group of trailblazers whose achievements have left a mark on both local and global stages. Among the 2024 honourees are groundbreaking innovators in technology, influential leaders in public service, business leaders, and celebrated artists, including chart-topping Afrobeat star Asake; Nigeria’s Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani; Founder at Chess in Slums Africa, Tunde Onakoya; CEO and President of The ONE Campaign, Ndidi Nwuneli; GMD/CEO, The Nigerian Exchange Group, Temi Popoola. See the complete list of honorees at www.mipad.org/classof2024
What to expect
Attendees will be treated to inspiring conversations, performances, and networking opportunities. The MIPAD Recognition Week is not just about honouring these exceptional individuals but also about amplifying their message and connecting them with a broader audience to increase their impact.
The Most Influential People of African Descent (MIPAD) Global Top 100 List, established in 2015, has recognised and celebrated outstanding individuals of African descent who have made significant contributions across various fields, including Acclaimed Nigerian author and global icon Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie; Former First Lady of the United States, Michelle Obama; Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote; Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala; South African comedian and TV Host, Trevor Noah; American basketball legend and philanthropist, LeBron James; Director-General of the World Health Organization, Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus; American tennis legend and entrepreneur, Serena Williams amongst others.