Renowned Ghanaian musician M.anifest is set to take the stage at the upcoming Africa Development Conference (ADC) hosted by Harvard University. The event, slated for April 11–12, 2025, brings together leading voices to explore pressing issues and opportunities across the African continent.
M.anifest shared the exciting news with his followers via his official X (formerly Twitter) page, expressing his honor at being selected as one of the keynote speakers.
Organized annually by Harvard students, the Africa Development Conference serves as a platform for thought leaders, changemakers, and innovators to engage in discussions on Africa’s development. The 2025 edition is themed “Africa by 2040: The Future of Africa’s Youth”, and will spotlight the pivotal role young people play in shaping the continent’s future.
This year’s conference will feature panels and presentations across diverse sectors including governance, education, health, business, law, technology, sports, and culture.
Joining M.anifest on the speaker lineup are several distinguished professionals, including:
Abdou Souleye Diop, Managing Partner at Forviz Mazars
Adegoke Olubusi, Co-founder and CEO of Helium Health
Adesuwa Giwa-Osagie, Correspondent at ARISE News
Amb. Dr. Namira Negm, Director of the African Migration Observatory
Amb. Frederic Gateretse-Ngoga, Senior Adviser on International Partnerships at the African Union
Benny Bonsu, Director of Content at Olympic Channel Services
With such a dynamic group of speakers, the conference promises to inspire meaningful dialogue and generate actionable ideas for Africa’s future.
Story by Obaapa Janee/ ahotoronline.com
