A groundbreaking international delegation led by Dr. Artemus Gaye, a direct descendant of Prince Abdulrahman Ibrahima Ibn Sori, and HRH Princess Karen W. S. Brengettsy-Chatman of the Official Royal House of Sori, is set to embark on a historic journey of cultural reconnection and humanitarian partnership between Guinea, Liberia, and the United States.
The delegation traces its roots to Prince Abdulrahman Ibrahima Ibn Sori, a Fulani nobleman from the Fouta Jallon region of Guinea who endured 40 years of enslavement in Natchez, Mississippi. In 1829, the Prince, his wife Isabella, and their two sons, Levi and Simon, gained their freedom, ultimately settling in Liberia—a pivotal moment in the history of African diaspora resilience.
According to a press release issued Thursday, January 22, 2026, Dr. Gaye and Princess Karen are preparing for a multi-phase mission that includes a delegation to Guinea from January 24, 2026; a planned return to Liberia in March 2026; and strategic partnerships focusing on beach clean-up and environmental restoration projects, development of robust agricultural export programs, academic research and historical preservation, support for grassroots community development, advanced technological resources for the disabled community, and university and community partnerships.
“Our mission goes beyond historical commemoration,” says Princess Karen. “We are committed to creating tangible social and economic opportunities that will empower communities and bridge cultural connections between Africa and the United States.”
The delegation aims to establish academic collaborations, focusing on research, student exchanges, and joint humanitarian projects that leverage the unique historical connections between Liberia, Guinea, and the United States.
Key Projects in Development are Environmental Restoration (comprehensive beach clean-up and environmental development projects), Agricultural Innovation (programs to enhance agricultural export capabilities), Academic Research (supporting historical and cultural research initiatives), Community Development (funding and supporting grassroots community projects), and Disability Resources (bringing advanced technological support to disabled communities).
The leaders of the delegation are Dr. Artemus Gaye, a direct descendant of Prince Abdulrahman, who brings deep familial and historical insights to the mission, and HRH Princess Karen W. S. Brengettsy-Chatman, Sovereign of the Official Royal House of Sori, who has dedicated her work to preserving and promoting the legacy of African heritage and promoting cross-cultural understanding.
Meanwhile, the Official Royal House of Sori is inviting Liberian universities, community leaders, and organizations to engage with this transformative initiative. Further information on the initiative can be obtained at events@torhos.com.
