The visit and encouragement by former US President Barack Obama offers hope to the region. The governance challenges that has befallen majority of countries in Africa can be addressed and overcome with sense of optimism if we can draw lessons from ideals and principles that Obama continues to advocate for. His recent visit to the country of his father origin was without much publicity which often accompanied his global visit while in office. He offers hope and progress in midst of obstacles. The continent has a chance to transform its people and becoming powerhouse globally.