Dr. Wendy A. Okolo is a Nigerian-American aerospace engineer who made history in 2015 by becoming the first Black woman to earn …
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South African music sensation Tyla is set to make history as the first African artist to host the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards. …
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Temiloluwa Johnson, a 23-year-old photojournalist from Lagos, Nigeria, has been honored with the 2025 World Press Photo Contest award in the Africa …
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Kemi Badenoch, born Olukemi Olufunto Adegoke on January 2, 1980, in Wimbledon, London, is a prominent British politician of Nigerian descent. She …
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Maya Horgan Famodu stands as a trailblazer in Africa’s venture capital landscape. As the founder and Managing Director of Ingressive Capital, she …
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Gusi Tobby Lordwilliams is on a mission to raise the standard of leadership and executive support in Africa. As an Executive Service …
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Funmbi Ogunbanwo has carved her name in the annals of African cinema by doing what no Nigerian filmmaker had done before—earning a …
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Nana Ama McBrown is one of Ghana’s most beloved entertainers—a multi-talented actress, TV presenter, and media powerhouse whose charisma lights up every …
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In Kenya, where widows often face stigma, exclusion, and economic hardship, Jackie Odhiambo has become a beacon of hope. As the founder …
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Wanjira Mathai’s journey into climate advocacy was no coincidence — it was part of her inheritance. As the daughter of Nobel Peace …
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At the intersection of technology and social justice stands Angela Oduor Lungati, a Kenyan technologist whose career is rooted in using digital …
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In the heart of the Warri Kingdom, Olori Atuwatse III is redefining what it means to be a queen. More than a …
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In a country where political participation often feels out of reach for many young women, Glanis Changachirere is changing the narrative. As …
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Louisa Olafuyi’s journey began with a deep desire to change the narrative around Africa, especially for children. With a background as a …
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Aisha Yusuf Ishaku’s journey from law to interior design exemplifies the transformative power of passion and resilience. Initially trained as a lawyer, …
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In 2020, while most of her peers were navigating the typical challenges of high school life, Bohlale, a Grade 11 learner, was …
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Joy Mojisola Raimi Walks Like a Queen in Tiv-Inspired Dress at Miss World Top Model Competition
At the Miss World Top Model competition, Nigerian beauty queen Joy Mojisola Raimi captivated audiences with her regal presence and a stunning …
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Aisha Babangida, a prominent Nigerian humanitarian and philanthropist, has dedicated her life to empowering women and fostering sustainable development across Africa. As …
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Vivian Onano, a Kenyan social entrepreneur and activist, has emerged as a formidable advocate for girls’ education and women’s empowerment across Africa. …
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Yawa Hansen-Quao stands as a beacon of female empowerment in Africa, dedicating her life to nurturing leadership among young women. As the …
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Zambia’s Pride: Faith Bwalya Makes History as the nation’s First Miss World Quarterfinalist
Zambia is celebrating a historic achievement as Faith Bwalya becomes the nation’s first-ever quarterfinalist at the Miss World pageant. The 24-year-old from …
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Cameroon’s Issie Princesse has achieved a significant milestone on the global stage by securing the first runner-up position in the Miss World …
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How Dacia Taylor Wove Brilliance, Compassion, and Power into One Magnificent Innovation
At just 17 years old, Dacia Taylor stunned the scientific world with her invention of infection-detecting surgical sutures, a feat that highlighted …