Amb. Mark Andrew Green (ret.) became President & CEO of ONE in May 2026, bringing decades of experience in public service, diplomacy, development, and advocacy.
But titles only tell part of the story.
From teaching in a village in Kenya to serving as U.S. Ambassador to Tanzania, from helping advance landmark global health initiatives to leading some of the world's most influential development institutions, Mark's career has been shaped by a simple belief: everyone deserves the opportunity to build a better future.
We asked Mark about his journey, what brought him...
Culture
Here's everything you need to know about how we're celebrating Africa Day here at ONE.
What was supposed to be a fun group trip quickly became something no one had planned for.
As Joseph Nguthiru and his group set out across Lake Naivasha in Kenya, their boat slowed to a halt, trapped in thick mats of water hyacinth that had covered the water’s surface. The invasive plant had spread rapidly across the lake’s surface, disrupting boat movement, threatening fish populations, and putting local livelihoods at risk.
Water hyacinth is one of the world’s fastest-growing aquatic plants. When left unchecked, it blocks sunlight, reduces oxygen...
Books are a great way to learn more about cultures, identities, and much more. That’s why we want to help you add a few more to your summer reading list.
For Africa Day this year, we asked our ONE Champions and staff about what books resonated with them when it came to resilience, innovation, leadership, and African identity. Their recommendations did not disappoint — here are 7 books to read by African authors to learn more about African identity, culture,...
Africa is a continent of immense natural wealth and remarkable cultural diversity. It is also home to the world’s youngest population. Despite this extraordinary potential, Africa faces a convergence of global crises, particularly environmental ones, as illustrated by the impact of fast fashion. Yet Africa is far from being defeated by these obstacles. With its dynamic youth and abundant potential, the continent is turning challenges into opportunities, positioning itself as a key player in responsible fashion. By blending visionary...
The holiday season is here, and that means it’s time to start thinking about gifts. In that spirit, we want to shed some light on some amazing African-made products that make a great holiday (or anytime of the year!) gift.
Here are 7 African-made gifts to add to your holiday shopping list ASAP.
Jewelry or Home Goods from Ashepa
Ashepa was founded in 2017 by Kenyan-born Chetna. Her passion for “the wealth of craftsmanship native to the country I love,” is what...
There are a lot of misconceptions out there about Africa, so that’s where we come in. We’re setting the record straight about what you really need to know about Africa.
Here are 3 common misconceptions about Africa, and the real facts.
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Myth 1: There is little economic growth in Africa
This myth couldn’t be further from the truth. In reality, three out of four Africans are entrepreneurs, and one out of five working-class Africans are thinking of starting a business. If that’s...
The 2024 Olympics in Paris have officially begun and like the rest of the world, we are watching. We love seeing these amazing athletes represent their countries for the gold and tracking the numbers on which countries are getting the most medals. But we also had a few other data points in mind this Olympics.
€1.4 billion could have gone to foreign aid instead of the Seine
A LOT of money and time went into making this year’s Olympic games happen....
We know there is power in coming together as one. One voice. One driving force.
At ONE, we know that there is power in numbers, and that power can be used to fight for a more equal and just world. For the last two decades, this has been our mission.
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As ONE celebrates 20 years of activism this year, we are looking back at our accomplishments and looking ahead at what’s next.
Keep reading to find out how we’ve...
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Sometimes when people talk about the world, they're not actually talking about the whole world. But we have a few facts about a part of the world that's really vital and vibrant — Africa.
Keep reading to find out.
70% of the population of sub-Saharan Africa is under the age of 30
The youngest population on Earth is in Africa. That means there are millions of young people with ideas, innovations, and the potential to drive economies. Those are the people that...