Akon on Africa: The Next Growth Frontier
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- During President Obama’s first-ever U.S.-Africa Summit, Akon, a five-time Grammy nominated artist and philanthropist, convened the first annual “Africa: New Partnership Models for Growth Conference,” August 7, 2014. Featuring African Heads of State, including those from Guinea, Kenya, Congo, and Ghana, this international conference gave the next generation of African leaders from all sectors of activity a platform and opportunity to directly exchange with African decision-makers, business leaders, civil society representatives, opinion leaders, athletes, artists, and celebrities.
Here, Akon discusses the results of the conference at a National Press Club Newsmaker event August 7th, 2014.
Lots of love from Zambia. Akon you are gold of Africa thumbs up
My big bro A.K.A Akon the no 1 microphone champion u too much bro
Akon is an Example of person who does not forget where he came from
Akon will go down as one of the greatest music legends. Not only did he give us some great hits during the early 2000’s, he’s using his money to better the rich continent of Africa. Great artist and entrepreneur
Thanks brother I love akon
His funding put Black Africans through school. Now they have Engineers and farmers and business savvy men and women who can keep a country running now.
He's built cities and even brought energy to his country.
Akon will be forgotten there is no reason to remember... he really hasn't participated in shit and he never has anything worth saying... it's funny he worked hard on Africa which he sold out to China... He is making shit up as he goes
coryw2468 please delete that. You’re just negative and believe every help we get means China or the west is involved.
Stupid people how come some body who is not in Africa and he still have passion to help the people shufring in that area and you said he going to go down weaked people
Akon is the perfect person. He has the knowledge of having lived in Africa and in America and he knows both perspectives.
Positive Black Imagery he is a blessing to Africa
Mr akon is the perfect person he has knowledge of being in African and American he konws the perspectives may god bless you for me
Yes and he has an young and innovative mind.
That's what i like about Africans they are a world travellers intelligent and can speak many languages
That's nice...but we all go back to the same origin... Akon is the best representative of both countries; he understand both cultures' past, present, and future. He truly is an African-American.
Why would someone dislike this video? You would really have to be the lowest of the low to dislike what Akon is trying to do for Africa.
marlon alston I so agree with you!!! God bless that man!
You know who? Those scumbag nike and apple CEOs, Kim Kardashian people, and over-paid athletes that only care about themselves and that don't give back. Those scumbags are what's wrong with America.
San Patch nice try but troll somewhere else! It’s obvious the account you're using isn't your primary, it's a dummy; so we don't need people like you trying to stir up trouble. One more negative comment and I'm reporting you.
+San Patch #Akon is a genius that's why he has the capability to do what he's doing best for Africans in a few moments, so if you are a hater of progress keep it to your self brother, no one want to know how your negativity about #AkonProjects to Africa, we African cares and support him.. so just do urself a favor, "getta outa here" just disappear..
+San Patch well he is trying to do something to solve a problem that most African governed won't even try to face.
Question: what have you done to enhance anyone's life lately?
Akon you will never be forgotten for what you are about to do. God bless you for being that spark of hope in this greed, corrupt, and evil ran world.
Womp womp. Too bad he's a scam artist. Beware of false idols.
Akon has a heart of gold. He's taught me a whole semester course in Corporate Social Responsibility at this forum.
Let nobody tell me how rich and influential they are until I have seen the lives they've impacted positively.
Long live Akon!!
Let's meet u are Africa's president
Am from Zambia when u come see I have better ideas for Africa as u have
congratulations akon good job brother, I'm proud of you as an African
Akon made us beleive in ourselves as African, he make us love more our Continent. We want African youth to join our initiative "Rebranding Africa". "Directors, entertainers, filmakers....this is your job to redefine how the world perceives Africa" Akon.
Nuff respect to akon got mad love for this brother may the great ANCESTORS known and unknown and the most high continue to guide and protect him from the evil forces out there.
Good job Akon all we need in Africa is unity greetings from Nigeria
Brother Akon from my ancestors, I love what you are doing for our people in Africa profoundly. I have so much respect and admiration for you and what you are doing. Big big respect. I love you brother more than how Jesus love likkle children. One love hero.
True man......their are few people like you in this world who can do that
At 30:28 " Can only pull in the people that have the passion for it". Great start Akon, may God Bless You and Your cause. Peace Brother....
Amazing I can listen to him all day, which I do
very inspirational.
Wow!!! This is extraordinary information and knowledge from a brother who has been blessed to offer an eclectic perspective. I was introduced to you by a brother from Nigeria .Thanks brother Akon for your wisdom. You gained a new fan in myself. GOD bless and protect you and your family.
We are proud of u Akon. as Africans, its not only about your great hits but your love and care towards mama Africa.
Kenya is passing the energy bill into a law pretty soon. consider as please. Asante
akon is a true Africa son God bless you brother
God bless u AKon♡♡♡
Don't worry th Almighty will help u to achieve all ur ambitions
BLESS HIM ON HIS JOURNEY AND VENTURE TO DO WHAT OTHERS SHOULD BEEN HAVE DONE. AND MUCH MORE SUCCESS WITH FUTURE THINGS TO HELP ADVANCE AFRICA.
We are proud to you Mr Akon and may God helps you to fulfill your dreams for Africa and all around the world.
Akon
You’re amazing one in million we love u always
May God bless you all the time.
Much respect Akon we need more people like you, have the you best heart an mind , to do something right , flat out 🎷🎷🎷🎷🎷🎷
You making quite magnificent contribution to quality of life to many people. Good Humanitarian.
Akon good job i am proud of you as an Africa God bless africa
the next African President....he is doing the most.👌👌👌
Wooooh am really inspired by ur speech Mr Akon and the kind of heart you have towards humanity..I want to carry on this vision like you when the time is right..💘
1 of the World Best God Bless You More Akon
Blessings and more blessings to this man i love u my brother i see u ave love for ur people we need more like u and thank for what u doin for my people
Lots of Love from Uganda 🇺🇬 . You are really a genius and a blessed person. God bless you and keep you safe. #Real pan-africanist
My brother African prayers are with you, We love you
Real people, are rare. They don't make to many like Akon.
Akon has grown so much since then. ✊🏾
Congratulations respect akon nice job God bless you always Africa king keep it up.
Akon always number 1 !!
Akon I'm proud of people like you,God bless
Thank you Akon for your generosity for Africa.
Thanks so much my African brother. God bless you
Akon for President. Goes to show how wealthy entertainers can help their cities and neighborhoods. Take note so called wealthy entertainers, athletes and businessmen.
Some of the brother's do help the children in the community- bless you all amen
RESPECT! AKON, YOU ARE THE BEST!!!
Fariha Tabassum respect brother
His mind, spirit and that smile is very attractive to me.
Brother, I am proud of you!
Akon very smart man. Don't forget Haiti. We need some like this very bad.
You have the example. Why not getting it started yourself? And that's not shade, but reality. Folks lean on these celebs like they're super humans, but they have the same 24hrs as you. So, let's get busy in creating the future we're begging these people to build for us.
Haiti needs a ton of help. But not in stimulus packages and aid but in education and training.
Within 10 years yall be established as a powerful 1st world.
People who aren’t entrepreneurs tend to complicate simple stuff for exemple our Haitian celebrities
@Cedric Ladouceur why are you so triggered?😂😂😂 question, how much is Akon paying you😂😂😂😂
God bless brother,,,and thanks for all you n your crew are doing #Team Africa
I am so proud to see Akon doing such wonderful things for African people.
God bless you more akon
Amazing Gentleman Mr.Akon👌The some feelings!✌
Akon, you are a super hero. you took the right decision and at the best destination
Thumbs Up, continue doing the good work and I personally wish there's a Namibian who would one day think like you.
Thanks brother love
Akon’s dreams and vision for Africa 🙏👍🏾
Am so happy of u akon
Personally I appreciate what you Mr Akon do for Africa .I like so much your ambition of uniting Africa with one president. I would also like to ask you to set your eye to Tanzania particularly BUKOBA you can do something to help your black brothers and sisters . Thanks and big up
This is amazing to hear and see what Akon is doing
Thank you Mr Akon 🙏🏿
Akon, a true living legend of Africa
God bless you Mr Akon for thinking good things for African, please Mr Akon we really need this opportunity in sierra leone
STAND AFRICA
He is real about what he is doing.
Don't give a dm about others.
If u are successful and u have a poor mind set u will never do like what the truth humanbeing My brother A.kA is doing for the people who need help.
Love and respect
Malawi 🇲🇼loves you boy
This guy is doing great job for his continent .what about other international celebraties..
I am grateful for your speech, Akon.
Akon we love u so much
THANK YOU SO MUCH AKON
Love you Akon you are an inspiration x
Damn he make jay z and all these dudes look bad
Nuff Respect to you and your team Mr Akon, if and only if others would think like you? Our world would be a better place!
You cannot look bad, if you're not bad.
money Ova He rather makes them look stupid and asleep
Because they're bad they don't do shit for the black community besides being #Goals 😂
He is way smarter than the average pop/rap/R&B singers
This never gets old. #Akon is an Icon and great human being. #WellDone
akon, I adore your voice go on do alot, speech.on TH-cam.
Sierra Leone loves you stay blessed Alone can't wait to visit Akon City in the future!! Puff daddy should watch this
Akon love you and i use purchase your music Thank you Akon am very proud of you!- Akon bless you 💋 always" Anita
Thanks bro Akon nice speak God bless
much Love and Respect to Akon
akon nice idea God blessed u 4 ever!!
God bless you Akon!
Joshua Musau may god almighty guide you
Hi I have been wachting your input on Africa plus informing the people of the world on the different topics. I think AKON is a young & great /good telling all of Africans about his Foundation & how Africa is growing in a new bold way that young people will be
Bravo....Akon
We thank very much the big effort be made by Akon to make Africa great
We love 💕 you Akon keep it up brother you are bless
God bless you Akon you're a increable and inspiration berson
How I wish all Afican leaders would realize Akon's efforts to add value to what Africa has.
He's all heart
dieuredief AKON . thank you for all that you doing for the MAMALAND.
yalna la yallah faye
There should be a billion views minimum of this video, what is everybody else watching, I will invest in Africa in the near future.
thank you Akon, you are a super hero. you took the right decision and at the best destination
Thank you Akon for your future ideas for Africa.
African appreciate the opportunity
The first place I want my book to reach is Africa, that book have knowledge which no country on earth and all the cosmos that exist have never seen, I want my African people to see it, and read it first before anyone in other country put their hands on that remarkable absolute knowledge.
Thnxs 4bing the voice of Africa.Lette the world know the truthe.
I don't think there would be someone else there who would dislike this video or the project.
Common then u must be evil.
We love him and he is a great person.
I hope more Africans that go abroad and make it, will use their money and influence to benefit Africa like Akon.
This is so exemplary!!! How awesome! I hope that Akons and Dangotes of Africa can keep this trend going! Africa is rising!!! I wonder what the richest president in Africa... Angola's president thinks about this! He is worth 23 billion dollars and his people are always on TV with malnutrition and sickness! UNBELIEVABLE!!!! Wake up and start SERVING the people! That is the whole purpose of leadership!
This guy is smart!
Thank you for the post.and thanks to Akon
Job is the best thing we need from Africa that can make people build Africa thank you Akone
Iam in Uganda, surely, God has given back to Africa a gift * Akon "
Akon is a smart young man!!
Great idea and I will try and help as much as I can.
I need a 'love' icon here youtube, please..
Akon you're doing a great Job God bless you
Great work
Thank you sir for helping this great nation !Africa!!!
Africa is a continent!!!
Annette Silva you are so right
Um ... Africa is NOT a nation my friend ...lololol. The continent of Africa is 3 times larger than the whole united states including Alaska. Please know your geogragraphy
Africa = approx. 30.3 Million sq km
United States = approx. 9.3 Million sq km
Annette Silva I totally agree with you. Africa with great A is a nation, same, same race mostly and all brother. But we African don't understand that the way we actually must understand it. Everybody want selfishly keep his spot and today has a result we are divided and behind all
Thumps up brother for great Job you're doing in Africa
Some Young Jeezy fans must have disliked this
😩😂
Lmao probably rather smoke sherm and go to prison for street cred. Akon built a music career and is now buiding a country.
Jeezus Christ. Im writing books about this guy. Im making sure it doesn't get erased by non black people.
😂😂