Michael P Murphy KM
Michael P. Murphy, KM, is a global advocate for humanitarian diplomacy and religious freedom. He serves as the Inaugural Ambassador of the Sovereign Order of Malta to the Kingdom of Lesotho and Permanent Representative to the African Union. In these roles, he champions the Order’s mission of faith-based, apolitical, humanitarian action and intergovernmental collaboration, successfully negotiating bilateral treaties with multiple African nations. His diplomatic efforts emphasize the protection of vulnerable populations and the promotion of religious coexistence across Africa’s diverse spiritual landscape.
A decorated U.S. Army service-disabled veteran, Murphy has also served on the U.S. Department of State Foreign Service Promotion Board, reflecting a lifelong commitment to public service and principled leadership. He advises high-level stakeholders across Africa and the Middle East on governance, business, and human rights issues, facilitating strategic dialogue between local communities and global institutions.
Murphy founded and led Global Building Solutions (GBS), a globally respected firm specializing in the delivery of essential infrastructure in complex and high-demand environments. He now serves on the boards of multiple companies, where he champions the strategic significance of Africa to the global economy and advocates for sustainable, opportunity-driven partnerships across the continent.