Mayor Muriel Bowser has nominated Mr. El Hadji Beye to serve as a public member of the Commission on African Affairs, filling a vacancy left by Etayenesh Asfaw. This nomination adheres to the Confirmation Act of 1978 and the Office and Commission on African Affairs Act of 2006, with Mr. Beye set to serve the remainder of a term that concludes on October 27, 2025. His extensive background in project management, climate resilience, and rural development, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa, positions him as a valuable asset to the Commission, which aims to address the needs of African communities in the District of Columbia.

The resolution, titled the "Commission on African Affairs El Hadji Beye Confirmation Resolution of 2025," seeks to confirm Mr. Beye's appointment and will take effect immediately upon adoption. With 25 years of global project management experience across 21 countries, Mr. Beye has successfully overseen projects worth up to half a billion dollars, focusing on climate adaptation and supporting firms in achieving net-zero goals. The legal review by the Office of the General Counsel has confirmed the resolution's legality, reflecting the Mayor's commitment to enhancing representation in African affairs through qualified appointments like Mr. Beye's.