Renowned Ghanaian-American theologian, preacher, and philanthropist, Archbishop Dr Kofi Adonteng Boateng, has been honoured with the prestigious Africa Impact Personality of the Year Award (Philanthropy Category) at the African Ambassadors Economic Forum 2025, held in Washington DC, USA.
The honour, presented by the Global Initiative for the Advancement of Africa (GIAA) in collaboration with Hope Edge International USA, recognizes Dr Adonteng Boateng’s outstanding dedication, invaluable contributions, and steadfast commitment to the socio-economic advancement of Africa through philanthropy.
The certificate of honour, signed by distinguished leaders including Dr Nelson Aluya (President, Hope Edge International USA), Dr Utchay Odims (President, GIAA), and Dr David James Egwu (Co-founder/Managing Director, GIAA), highlighted the archbishop’s unwavering support for humanitarian and development initiatives across the continent.
Archbishop Adonteng Boateng, who serves as the General Overseer of Divine Word International Ministries, Virginia, USA, is widely known for his philanthropic interventions in education, healthcare, and community development, benefiting several African communities.
Expressing his appreciation for the honour, Dr Adonteng Boateng stated that receiving the award in July, which also marks his birth month which will be celebrated on July 21, 2025, made the recognition even more special.
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