Philanthropist Tsitsi Masiyiwa P'17 to Receive Honorary Degree


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Bryant University in Rhode Island will bestow an honorary degree on one of Africa's most prominent philanthropists during its May Commencement ceremony, the Providence Journal reports.

Tsitsi Masiyiwa is the co-founder and chair of Higherlife Foundation, a social impact organization that backs education, health, food security, and disaster preparedness in African countries.

"Through her extensive experience in the philanthropic sector, particularly her work establishing and growing Higherlife Foundation over the last 26 years, Masiyiwa has become an advisor and thought partner to universities, national leaders, and social entrepreneurs on issues relating to education, health, leadership development, gender equity, and youth empowerment," the university said in a statement. Read the Entire Article


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