Africa House Sacramento Hosts Ubuntu Dinner Fundraiser For New Building

By Williamena Kwapo | OBSERVER Staff WriterAfrica House Sacramento hosted its third annual Ubuntu Dinner fundraiser Oct. 19, bringing together community members, leaders, and advocates in support of an ambitious goal: owning a building to serve as a permanent “African house” in Sacramento.“We believe it would be a site for telling the African diaspora story. Not just a place to gather, which is very important to celebrate, but to also connect with the culture in every aspect of it”, said Ernest Uwazie, chairman of the board of Africa House Sacramento.Africa House seeks to raise $5.5 million to acquire a 10,000-square-foot building, set on 21/2 acres, with space to accommodate 500 people in banquet style. The facility would serve as a vibrant community center, offering a place for gatherings of all kinds, including cultural celebrations, community forums, educational programs, and events. The space also potentially could house an African museum. The overarching vision is to create a hub that both preserves and elevates African and Black cultures while fostering unity and sustainability within the community.Dr. Edward Bush, president of Cosumnes River College, gives the keynote address at the Africa House third annual Ubuntu Dinner fundraiser. Erin Campbell, OBSERVERAfrica House Sacramento is...