Akeylah Karumé was a 23rd century Human woman. Working as an envoy in the Federation Diplomatic Corps, she was assigned to Starbase 47 in the late 2260s. She was tall, with an ebony skin tone, and was often brightly attired. (VAN novel: Harbinger)

In 2267, after the chief diplomat on Vanguard, Ambassador Jetanien, took a leave of absence, Karumé was temporarily promoted to full ambassador to fulfill his duties. (VAN novel: Precipice)