Recognizing the global leaders shaping the future of tourism, hospitality, aviation, cultural storytelling, and destination development. On Global Africa Day, Most Influential People of African Descent (MIPAD), in partnership with The Pyne Hospitality Company, announces the Global Top 100 Travel, Tourism, Hospitality Edition — Class of 2026, recognizing influential leaders of African descent shaping the …
…Recognizing Global Leaders Driving the Future of Critical Minerals, Investment, and Industrial Development The Most Influential People of African Descent (MIPAD) today announced the 2026 Top 50 Most Influential People in Solid Minerals, a global recognition honoring leadersshaping the mining and critical minerals ecosystem. The announcement comes amid accelerating global demand for critical minerals essential …
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Brand Africa, in partnership with African Business magazine, MIPAD (Most Influential People of African Descent) and the African Media Agency, today launched the inaugural Africa CMO 100 (ACMO100) — recognising the 100 most impactful marketing, brand and reputation leaders shaping Africa’s story, identity and prosperity. The full list and in-depth analysis will be featured in …
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The Most Influential People of African Descent (MIPAD) has announced an exceptional lineup of global leaders and change-makers for the MIPAD 2026 New Year Lunch, scheduled to hold on Saturday, 24th January 2026, in London, United Kingdom, at The Africa Centre. Hosted by MIPAD CEO, Jonathan Olufowobi, the New Year Lunch will serve as a …
As part of its preparations to release the top 10 Most Influential People of African Descent to Watch in Canada in 2026; The Most Influential People of African Descent (MIPAD) has announced the appointment of Mwende Mbevi as its new Canada Country Director, marking a significant step in strengthening MIPAD’s presence and impact across North …
New York, USA: April 21, 2024 – The Most Influential People of African Descent (MIPAD) proudly announces the distinguished honorees of the Class of 2024 in the Global Top 100 Futurists Edition on World Creativity and Innovation Day. Embracing the ethos of recognition and aligning with the 1st pillar of the International Decade for People of …
The Most Influential People of African Descent (MIPAD), a global civil society, has resolved to re-double its efforts towards elevating global Black narratives and uplifting our people & continent at every opportunity it gets. This is one of the take-outs from its global team retreat, held in Accra, Ghana from Friday, 4-6 February, 2022. …
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The Most Influential People of African Descent (MIPAD) Recognition and Awards ceremony recorded massive success on Sunday, Oct 5th as outstanding personalities and high achievers across the globe were acknowledged and their contributions towards African advancement in these unprecedented times applauded. This year’s edition commenced with the MIPAD 2020 week which featured leadership workshops, personal …
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NEW YORK CITY, October 1st, 2018 – In support of the United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent 2015-2024, the Most Influential People of African Descent (MIPAD), a global civil society initiative, will honor young high achievers of African descent from around the world. This prestigious event will take place on October 3rd …
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MIPAD is profoundly saddened and deeply affected by the news of the passing of Secretary-General Kofi Atta Annan. Mr. Annan has been a wonderful example to all of us at MIPAD. He was a champion of internationalism and human rights for his entire adult life, from his university years at Macalester College in Saint …