Burkina Faso — Yvonne Katsande is currently in Burkina Faso representing the African Diaspora Development Institute (ADDI). She arrived safely and has begun participating in a series of activities aimed at strengthening the bridge between Africa and the global diaspora.

On her arrival, Yvonne interviewed one of the members of the “Famous Four,” a group celebrated for their groundbreaking work in African ancestry and heritage research.

Watch part of their inspiring conversation below:

The “Famous Four” includes pioneering organizations such as African Ancestry, the leading Black-owned ancestry company specializing in tracing African maternal and paternal lineages, and the non-profit Our Black Ancestry, which provides genealogical resources and a vibrant community for African American heritage research.

In addition to this interview, Yvonne also spoke with delegates who traveled from various countries including the United States to attend the ADDI Conference. These attendees shared their hopes for deeper diaspora connections, collaboration opportunities, and investment in Africa’s development.

The event reflects ADDI’s mission to unite Africans on the continent and in the diaspora through shared identity, economic empowerment, and cultural reconnection.