In a strong present of continental unity and imaginative and prescient, the League of African Ambassadors (LAA) is ready to formally launch in Lusaka, Zambia, promising to turn out to be a game-changer in Africa’s socio-political and {economic} diplomacy.
On the night of October fifth, 2025, distinguished members of the LAA, led by Ambassador Ominyi Nwanne, the Interim President of the League of African Ambassadors (LAA), the fast previous Nigerian High Commissioner to Zambia and Zambian Special Envoy Ambassador Lazarus Kapambwe, held an unique briefing and dinner at Pamodzi Hotel, outlining plans for the historic occasion.
Among the distinguished visitors was the Board of Trustees member representing West Africa and former Nigerian Army Chief, His Excellency Ambassador Lt. General T.Y. Buratai, who’s presently on an on-ground evaluation mission forward of the launch.
Buratai’s Message of Unity and Vision for Africa
General Buratai recommended the Zambian President, His Excellency Hakainde Hichilema, for his progressive management of Zambia and Africa. He appreciated the Zambian President for graciously taking on the internet hosting of the LAA and its grand launch scheduled for October 14 and 15, 2025.
Reflecting on Africa’s liberation actions within the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, Buratai recalled the immense contributions of Zambia’s founding father, Dr. Kenneth Kaunda, of blessed reminiscence. “Kenneth Kaunda will always be remembered for his unwavering commitment to Pan-Africanism and liberation. He was a champion of peace, unity, and reconciliation — a man of profound humility and personal integrity,” Buratai mentioned.
He urged the League to proceed from the place Africa’s founding fathers stopped, stressing that the problems of safety, growth, and progress stay elusive throughout the continent. With the start of the LAA, Buratai known as for a brand new period of strong, progressive, and pragmatic diplomacy to sort out Africa’s myriad challenges.
The former Army Chief additionally recommended the interim president, the chairman and vice chairman of the native organising committee, and all members for his or her imaginative and prescient, solidarity, dedication, and sacrifices towards making certain the success of the launch.
Buratai was accompanied by his shut good friend, His Royal Majesty, Oba Alhaji (Dr.) Hameed Oyelude Makama, Tegbosun III, the Olowu of Owu-Kuta Kingdom, a distinguished and influential monarch from Osun State, Nigeria.
A Call to Action for Africa
In a stirring assertion, Deputy Spokesperson Ambassador John J. Usanga urged all African stakeholders to “join the League, lend your voice, and shape Africa’s future together. History will judge us not by our hesitations, but by the actions we take today.”
Zanaco: A Strategic Partner in Economic Diplomacy
Ahead of the launch, the LAA planning committee made a courtesy go to to Zanaco headquarters in downtown Lusaka, the place CEO Ms. Mukwandi Chibesakunda hailed the League as an important accomplice in advancing Africa’s {economic} diplomacy.
“The knowledge and experience I see in this room is immense,” she mentioned, noting that the LAA enhances current authorities initiatives and may catalyze long-term continental development.
The LAA, a non-profit and non-political continental physique comprising retired and serving envoys, fashions itself after the Council of American Ambassadors within the United States and the European Council on Foreign Relations. Its inaugural launch, scheduled for October 14th, will host delegates from throughout Africa and past.
Ambassador Sylvester Mundanda, the LAA’s administrative head, added, “Zanaco’s pan-African reach and credibility make it the perfect partner as we pursue economic diplomacy. Their commitment to sustainability, financial growth, and social development aligns seamlessly with our vision for Africa Rising.”
