“Rooted in Legacy. Growing for the Future.”

KAMAU AFRIKA

Introduction

Kamau Africa is a lifelong servant of the people—an experienced organizer, educator, and strategic mind who has worked behind the scenes of Birmingham’s political and social progress for decades. He’s helped past leaders win elections, advised on legal drug policy, mentored youth through basketball, and built respect among Birmingham’s small and historic Black-owned businesses.

Now, after surviving a near-fatal health scare and witnessing his city’s growth often leave its legacy behind, Kamau is stepping forward—not to be the flashiest face, but to be the strongest roots.

Why Run for Mayor?

Kamau believes the story of Birmingham is unfinished. Too many neighborhoods have been forgotten. Too many children have no safe place to play. Too many local businesses have been overlooked, and the soil of the city’s future is being planted without honoring those who first nurtured it.

Kamau is running to redirect the city’s growth back toward its people. His campaign is about providing growth for all generations—through food, education, recreation, and legacy.

“I’m not running to make headlines—I’m running to make impact. Birmingham raised me. This is where I grew, where I struggled, where I healed. I want to help others grow too. Let’s plant something together—something real.” – a word from Kamau

Core Values

At Afrika For Mayor, we are guided by principles that prioritize integrity, collaboration, and community engagement for sustainable change.

Integrity

We believe in transparency and accountability, fostering trust between our campaign and the community we serve, ensuring every voice is respected.

Collaboration

Working together with residents, local organizations, and stakeholders to create solutions that are inclusive and beneficial for all within the community.

Empowerment

Committed to uplifting and engaging residents, we advocate for policies that empower individuals to actively participate in shaping their future.

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THE VISION

Kamau’s campaign is built on three community-driven pillars:

🌱 Fresh Food & Urban Agriculture
Promote community gardens in every district
Support educational farming programs for youth
Increase access to fresh, affordable produce in underserved areas

🏀 Youth Recreation & Crime Prevention
Invest in safe, local recreation centers and after-school programs
Organize city-wide youth sports and mentorship events
Reduce crime by creating structured opportunities for leadership and growth

🏪 Support for Small & Historic Businesses
Provide grants and funding resources to small business owners
Preserve and promote Birmingham’s historic Black-owned shops and spaces
Create city-backed partnerships and pop-up programs to grow local entrepreneurship

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Kamau Afrikas Community Service Record

Our Mission to Transform Governance

1) Recognized for 25 yrs of Outstanding Community Service by Arrington & Council.

2) CPSB Committee for Prison Support Bus & Econ 1984.

3) NAACP Hezekiah Jackson 27 yrs of Outstanding Community Service.

4) Outcast Activist Award 2016.

5) Outstanding Father of Central Alabama Birmingham Post Herald.

6) Mufandi Lake Humanitarian Award 3/2/24.

7) East Thomas Neighborhood President.

8) Malachi Wilkerson Elementary Graduate

9) Formed Smithfield Historic District, $3 million Enterprise Zone and 5 Points Merchants Association 1983.

10) Led acquisition and renovation by the Black Contractors of the Bruno Smithfield Building Center 1983.

11) Filed Amicus Brief to force the indictment of 16th Street Baptist Church Bomber Bobby Frank Cherry 2002.

12) Partnered w/ “Lit On Eight” to provide “The Yard” to raise $8k for The Boys Club w/ Dir Frank Adams in 2023.

13) Led the battle to get the BSC Campus for Alabama A&M to stabilize property values in Bush & College Hills.

14) Appointed Field Chief by Larry Langford for a successful GOTV campaign that helped pass the 1% sales tax to construct new schools in Birmingham and Jefferson County.

15) Stood armed in protest at the Jefferson County Courthouse to oppose Mayor William Bell’s attempt to sell Birmingham’s public water. Warned the community it would lead to double billing and cover up political corruption—defending public resources and the people’s right to clean, affordable water.

16) Led a solo protest alongside his teenage daughter against BellSouth/AT&T’s refusal to recognize the Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday, standing for civil rights and corporate accountability.

– Kamau Afrika w/ Dr. Gina Paige owner of African Ancestry hosted by UAB

MEET Kamau

When the Cameras Are Off…
Kamau finds peace in his backyard garden—growing vegetables and tending to the soil. He also stays active with light workouts, proving that leadership starts with self-discipline. Whether planting seeds or staying fit, Kamau lives the values he believes Birmingham needs to grow.

Kamau Afrika

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