Elvis Muchiri; The 9yrs old Kenyan tech genius teaching computer hacks on TikTok
He has gained popularity on platforms like TikTok, YouTube, and Twitter for his tutorials on computer shortcuts, as reported by People of Color in Tech.
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‘Society refuses to celebrate people like me’: 41-yr-old graduates law school after many failed attempts
While seeking avenues to fulfill her aspirations, Goodwin pursued a master’s degree and found herself working on Capitol Hill. Driven by her passion for justice, she went on to establish the Community Justice Action Fund (CJAF), a program dedicated to addressing gun violence within communities of color.
At 35, Anta Babacar Ngom runs Senegal’s largest poultry company valued at $80 million
Anta Babacar Ngom is a Senegalese entrepreneur who runs one of the biggest poultry production companies in Africa. She is the Chief Executive Officer of Sedima, Senegal’s major poultry production group, where she oversees production, distribution, and company development. Sedima was founded by Anta’s father, Babacar Ngom, in 1976 with just $14 to acquire 120…
Abraham Buckner is the first Black valedictorian in his Illinois high school’s 100-year history
becoming its first Black valedictorian since the school’s establishment in 1913. This significant milestone marks a turning point in the school’s legacy.
From Cattle Herder to South Africa’s First Black Female Cardiothoracic Surgeon
Dr. Lindiwe Sidali, a trailblazing 36-year-old South African cardiothoracic surgeon, has shattered societal and professional barriers to become the country’s first African female in her field. Her journey, marked by resilience, determination, and groundbreaking achievements, is an inspiring story of triumph over adversity. Humble Beginnings in Eastern Cape Born into a large family in Dutywa,…
24-Year Old First-Generation College Student Graduates From Harvard Law School
Derrick’s journey as a student is marked by groundbreaking achievements. In 2018, he made history as a first-generation college student when he graduated as valedictorian from Morehouse College, an accomplishment that further highlights his exceptional academic capabilities.
How Nigerian Dr. Adeola Olubamiji went from Pepper Seller in Nigeria to PhD in Biomedical Engineering in Canada
Few amazing success tales can compare to Dr. Adeola Olubamiji’s motivational journey. She overcame all odds to become the first black person to receive a PhD in Biomedical Engineering from the esteemed University of Saskatchewan in Canada, starting out in obscurity as a pepper vendor on the streets of Ibadan, Nigeria. Dr. Olubamiji’s journey to…
The Nigerian Prodigy Who Earned a PhD at 23
At an age when many are still exploring their paths, Adeayo Olubunmi Sotayo, a brilliant young Nigerian, achieved a remarkable milestone by earning his PhD in Engineering at just 23 years old. On December 19, 2017, Dr. Sotayo was conferred with his doctorate from Lancaster University, one of the United Kingdom’s top institutions, celebrated as…
This Dynamic Nigerian twin created cryptocurrency worth £100m in their mum’s kitchen
Cryptocurrencies are digital assets that use cryptography to secure transactions and control the creation of new units. They have gained popularity in recent years as alternatives to traditional currencies, especially in countries with unstable economies or strict capital controls. One of the most successful cryptocurrencies in the world is Populous PPT, which was created by…
Nancy Abu-Bonsrah: First black female brain surgeon resident at Johns Hopkins Hospital
The name Nancy Abu-Bonsrah is one that should be honoured. She is the first black woman to be accepted to the prestigious Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, where neurological surgery as a field of medicine was initially developed. Nancy was raised in Ghana, where she was born and went to school at Cape Coast’s Wesley…