Mayor Muriel Bowser has submitted a nomination for Ms. Rahel Gizaw to serve as a public member of the Commission on African Affairs, filling a vacancy left by Carmen Eliam. This appointment is in accordance with the Confirmation Act of 1978 and the Office and Commission on African Affairs Act of 2006. Ms. Gizaw, a resident of Ward 1 in Washington, DC, is proposed to serve for the remainder of an unexpired term that will conclude on October 27, 2028. The Mayor has provided biographical information about Ms. Gizaw, highlighting her extensive experience in computer science, IT, and community service, particularly in language access and interpretation.

The Council of the District of Columbia is set to consider a resolution to confirm Ms. Gizaw's appointment. The resolution outlines her qualifications and the legal sufficiency of the appointment has been reviewed and deemed unobjectionable by the Office of the General Counsel to the Mayor. If adopted, the resolution will take effect immediately and copies will be transmitted to both the nominee and the Mayor.