In a remarkable display of determination and excellence, Paulina Mefia Denteh, a young African woman from Ghana, has made history at Russia’s Yaroslav-the-Wise Novgorod State University. Paulina has become the first African to earn a degree in General Medicine at the university, and she achieved this with the highest honors, receiving the prestigious Red Diploma….
Ouloassia Jennifer Yhaye, a 20-year-old Ivorian, has made history as one of Africa’s youngest female airline pilots. Her remarkable journey, marked by determination and excellence, has set her apart in an industry where only 5.2% of pilots in Africa are women. Jennifer‘s academic journey began at Morning Glory International School (MGIS) in Abidjan. She graduated…
Biniam Girmay made history by becoming the first black African to win a Tour de France stage, triumphing in the third stage of the 2024 race. The Eritrean cyclist’s victory came in a dramatic reduced sprint finish, where he outpaced Colombia’s Fernando Gaviria and Belgium’s Arnaud de Lie. The stage, spanning 230.8 kilometers from Piacenza…
Zindzi Thompson, a remarkable 21-year-old from South Carolina, has made history as the youngest person to graduate from Meharry Medical College in Nashville, Tennessee. She is also the youngest Black woman to earn a medical degree in the United States, a testament to her extraordinary dedication and perseverance. From an early age, Zindzi was fascinated…
United Airlines pilots Jamil and Jalal Paul, twin brothers, made this Father’s Day unforgettable by flying together for the first time in their careers and surprising their father with a special trip. The Houston-based pilots embarked on a flight to New Jersey, followed by an emotional reunion with their father, Gerald Paul, at Newark Liberty…
At just 21 years old, Theodora Udounwa has achieved what many might consider impossible. Gaining admission to the University of Toronto at 15, she completed her bachelor’s degree in just two years and went on to earn her Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree by the age of 21. Her journey is a testament to her…
Kwaku Boakye Gyamfi, a 22-year-old from Cape Coast, Ghana, has made history by becoming the youngest medical doctor in the country. Graduating with honors from the School of Medical Sciences at the University of Cape Coast (UCC), Kwaku was named the “Best Graduating Student in Surgery,” a remarkable achievement that underscores his dedication and intellect….
In a remarkable display of perseverance and dedication, 96-year-old Violet Edwards has earned her college degree, setting a record as the oldest African American woman to graduate from college. Edwards received her degree from Mercy College in New York, achieving this milestone with a perfect 4.0 GPA. Her accomplishment also places her as the fifth-oldest…
In a remarkable achievement that has resonated across the golfing community, 15-year-old Shyla Brown from McKinney, Texas, has made history by becoming the youngest African American Junior Golf Champion. Shyla’s journey to this milestone began at the tender age of eight, inspired by her parents, both avid golfers. “You know when you’re that young, you…
In a heartwarming celebration of friendship and perseverance, Ashlee M. Davis and Tianna Williams, who have been best friends for over two decades, recently graduated together from American University Washington College of Law. Ashlee achieved cum laude honors, while Tianna earned her Juris Doctor degree, marking a significant milestone in their shared journey. A Friendship…
