Jeremiah Thoronka is a 21-year-old innovator from Sierra Leone who has a vision to end energy poverty in his country and beyond. His invention, Optim Energy, is a device that converts kinetic energy from pedestrian and street traffic vibrations into clean, renewable electricity. He recently won the Global Student Prize at the UNESCO Headquarters in…
In an extraordinary academic feat, 18-year-old Daya Brown from Atlanta, Georgia, has not only been accepted to over 50 colleges and universities but has also amassed an impressive $1.3 million in scholarship awards. A senior at Westlake High School, Daya’s dedication to her education, combined with her multifaceted talents and community involvement, has made her…
Emani Stanton and Jayla Jackson are two young Black women from Atlanta who have made history by becoming the first Black female duo to win the prestigious international debate competition at Harvard University. The competition, which is held every summer, attracts more than 100 debaters from 15 countries who compete in 10 rounds of argumentation…
In a groundbreaking achievement, Kiara Brewer, a 23-year-old scientist, has etched her name in history as the first-ever female graduate with a Master’s Degree in Agrometeorology from the University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. With an impressive academic journey and notable contributions to her field, Brewer stands as a beacon of inspiration for aspiring scientists. Academic…
In the dynamic landscape of global health, one individual stands out as a beacon of inspiration and scholarly excellence. Meet Yusuff Adebayo Adebisi, a pharmacist whose journey from the University of Ibadan to the University of Oxford and now the University of Glasgow is marked by unwavering dedication, groundbreaking research, and a commitment to shaping…
Kanett Haynes is a mom of four children – Xzavier, Charity, Harmony and Jimmy. She is also a proud and happy mom who is celebrating the remarkable achievement of all her kids graduating this year from different levels of education. From medical school to high school, her kids have shown hard work, perseverance and resilience…
In a remarkable achievement, twin brothers Mykel and Markel Rainey have etched their names in the annals of academic excellence at Randolph-Clay High School in Cuthbert, Georgia. The dynamic duo is set to graduate as the valedictorian and salutatorian, respectively, of the 2023 graduating class, marking a historic milestone for the school. The Rainey brothers,…
In a resounding triumph of academic prowess, Precious Osamudiamen Ighodaro, a brilliant Nigerian Engineer, has not only earned his Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering and Renewable Energy Systems from Staffordshire University but has also secured the distinguished title of the best graduating student in the class of 2022. This remarkable achievement solidifies his position as…
Shequeena McKenzie is a 28-year-old lawyer who has made history by becoming the first ever Black female judge in her city of McComb, Mississippi. She was appointed as the Judge Pro Tem by the city’s selectmen in October 2021, and she also serves as a judge in the neighboring city of Magnolia. McKenzie’s journey to…
Adhara Pérez Sánchez is not your average 11-year-old girl. She is a child prodigy from Mexico City who has an IQ of 162, two points higher than Albert Einstein and Stephen Hawking. She has already earned a bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering and is currently pursuing a master’s degree in Mathematics. Her ultimate dream is…
