Mayor Muriel Bowser has submitted a nomination for Ms. Khaosara Akapolawal to be reappointed as a public member of the Commission on African Affairs, with her term set to end on October 27, 2029. This nomination is made in accordance with the Confirmation Act of 1978 and the Office and Commission on African Affairs Act of 2006. The Mayor has provided biographical information about Ms. Akapolawal, highlighting her extensive legal background, including her current role as Senior Counsel at CoreWeave, Inc., and her previous experience at Hogan Lovells US LLP and the Maryland Judiciary. The Mayor has requested the Council's prompt consideration of this nomination.

The proposed resolution formally confirms Ms. Akapolawal's reappointment to the Commission on African Affairs, emphasizing her qualifications and contributions to the community. The resolution will take effect immediately upon adoption and will be transmitted to both the nominee and the Mayor. Ms. Akapolawal, a resident of Ward 5, holds a Juris Doctor from Howard University and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Virginia, and she has been actively involved in various legal and community initiatives related to African affairs.