Ambassador Dennis Awori, a Governing Council member of the Africa Public Health Foundation (APHF), has been appointed as the Chancellor of the United States International University-Africa (USIU-Africa) for a term of five years effective April 10, 2025. The installation ceremony took place on June 13, 2025 at the University grounds. The Board of Trustees of USIU-Africa announced his appointment to the university community on May 14, 2025 citing it as a significant milestone in the realization of USIU-Africa’s vision of being the premier institution of academic excellence with global perspective. In this historic event where the Chancellor and Vice Chancellor were installed on the same day, this prestigious appointment recognizes Amb. Awori’s lifelong dedication to leadership, diplomacy, and education, further cementing his legacy as a transformative figure in Africa’s development.
Amb. Awori brings a wealth of experience to his new role. He is currently the Chairman and Country Delegate of CFAO Mobility Kenya Limited and CFAO Kenya Limited and Executive Director of CFAO SAS (Paris), subsidiaries of Toyota Tsusho Corporation of Japan. He previously served as Kenya’s Ambassador to Japan. He is a key advocate for public health and education across the continent. His tenure on the APHF Governing Council has been marked by visionary guidance, particularly in strengthening health systems and fostering partnerships to combat Africa’s most pressing health challenges.
As Chancellor of USIU-Africa, Amb. Awori will oversee the university’s strategic direction, championing academic excellence, innovation, and Pan-African collaboration. His appointment is a testament to his unwavering commitment to nurturing future leaders who will drive sustainable development in Africa.
“On behalf of the Africa Public Health Foundation Governing Council, I extend our warmest congratulations to Amb. Dennis Awori on his well-deserved appointment as Chancellor of USIU-Africa. This honour reflects his exceptional leadership, integrity, and dedication to advancing education and public health in Africa. Amb. Awori has been an invaluable member of our Council as the Deputy Chairman, and we are confident that his wisdom and vision will elevate USIU-Africa to even greater heights. Congratulations, Chancellor Awori!” stated APHF Governing Council Chairman, Dr. Bernard Haufiku.
Amb. Awori’s appointment is not only a personal achievement but also a victory for Africa’s education. His leadership at USIU-Africa will undoubtedly inspire a new generation of thinkers and change-makers, while his ongoing role with APHF ensures that his expertise continues to benefit public health initiatives across the continent.
The Africa Public Health Foundation celebrates this remarkable achievement and reaffirms its commitment to collaborating with leaders like Amb. Awori to create a safer, healthier, productive and prosperous Africa.
