Emma Theofelus is a Namibian politician who made history in 2020 when she was appointed as the deputy minister of Information, Communication and Technology at the age of 23. She is the current youngest woman government minister in both Africa and Namibia, and one of the most influential leaders on the continent. In this blog…
In the realm of academia, there are individuals who not only break barriers but shatter expectations. Ngozi Peace Edum, a brilliant Nigerian scientist, stands as a testament to resilience, determination, and academic excellence. Recently, Ngozi achieved a remarkable feat by securing not one, but three Master’s scholarships to pursue her passion for environmental studies in…
In this blog post, I will introduce you to two amazing high school seniors from New Orleans, Calcea Johnson and Ne’Kiya Jackson, who have made a historic mathematics discovery. They have found a new way to prove the Pythagorean theorem using trigonometry, which is something that many mathematicians thought was impossible. I will tell you…
In 2015, at the youthful age of twenty, Kalenga Kamwendo etched his name in Zambia’s aviation history by becoming the country’s youngest pilot. His journey from a small town in Kitwe to the cockpit of Proflight Zambia’s aircraft exemplifies determination, talent, and the power of pursuing one’s dreams. Born and raised in Kitwe, part of…
Nadirah Muhammad is not just a teacher, she is a hero. She donated one of her kidneys to save the life of her 18-year-old student, A’Ja Booth, who had been suffering from kidney failure since she was 10 years old. A’Ja Booth was a dance student at West Side Academy, an alternative high school in…
In the realm of academic excellence, Shania Muhammad stands out as a true prodigy, achieving remarkable milestones at an age when most are navigating the challenges of adolescence. At just 16 years old, Shania has already earned multiple degrees from prestigious American universities, breaking records and inspiring many with her unwavering commitment to education. Early…
If you are looking for a story of innovation, creativity and resilience, look no further than Vidiol Tsague. He is a young boy from Bamenda, Cameroon, who has been making his own planes and drones from local materials since he was 10 years old. Vidiol loves aviation and engineering. He was fascinated by planes flying…
Tre’shawn Pittard is not your average 11-year-old. He is the founder and CEO of Tre’s Lawn Care, a business that provides lawn mowing, trimming, edging, and leaf blowing services to customers in his neighborhood. Tre’shawn started his business when he was 9 years old, after his father taught him how to use a lawn mower….
Trey Brown is not your average teenager. He is the founder and CEO of SPERGO, a clothing brand that combines urban and luxury styles. He started his business in 2018, when he was only 11 years old, with $178 that he received as a birthday gift from his grandmother. Since then, he has grown his…
In the realm of aerospace engineering, a groundbreaking achievement has been made by Dr. Nialah Wilson-Small, a trailblazing individual whose journey has rewritten history. She has become the first African-American woman to earn a Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering, marking a historic milestone in her illustrious academic career. Academic Distinctions and Current Role Dr. Wilson-Small currently…
