Our SHEROES OF AFRICA portal showcases success stories of Women with dreams and especially those who dare to take the right steps to bring their dreams to life.
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 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…
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…
Alanah Poullard, a 16-year-old prodigy from Jennings, Louisiana, is not just graduating high school early; she’s doing so with an astonishing accomplishment—acceptance into 60 colleges across the United States, coupled with over a million dollars in scholarship offers. Her journey is not only a testament to her academic prowess but also a story of resilience,…
In a world where perseverance, determination, and resilience are celebrated, Colette Offiong Bassey stands as a shining example of these virtues. This exceptional Nigerian woman has recently etched her name in the history books by becoming the first-ever first-class graduate from the Department of Linguistics and Communication Studies at the University of Calabar (UNICAL), a…
Kechi Okwuchi’s life story is a testament to the power of resilience and determination. Born in Nigeria, Okwuchi’s life took a tragic turn at the age of 16 when she survived a catastrophic plane crash. Sosoliso Airlines Flight 1145, carrying 109 passengers from Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport to Port Harcourt International Airport, crashed and burst into…
In the world of academia, where achievements are often measured by years of dedicated study, Ruth Ama Gyan-Darkwa, a young mathematics genius from Ghana, stands as a remarkable exception. Breaking barriers and setting records, Ruth has not only earned her place in history as the youngest person in Ghana to obtain a Bachelor’s degree at…
In a historic achievement, Jasmine Bowers has become the first African American woman to earn a doctorate in Computer Science from the University of Florida, breaking barriers and setting an inspiring precedent for future generations. Bowers’ journey to this remarkable milestone began with a double major in Mathematics and Computer Science at Fort Valley State…
In a historic moment that resonates with significance, Nina Mitchell has etched her name in the annals of academic achievement as the first Black female valedictorian in her high school’s 159-year history. Her remarkable journey from DeKalb High School in Illinois to the hallowed halls of academia is not only a testament to her exceptional…
In a remarkable achievement that highlights the potential of African innovation, 26-year-old Charlette N’Guessan from Ivory Coast has made history by becoming the first woman to win the prestigious Royal Academy of Engineering’s Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation. N’Guessan and her team received this accolade for their groundbreaking work on the BACE API, a digital…
