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.
Haben Girma is not only a human rights lawyer, a disability justice advocate, and a bestselling author, but also the first deafblind person to graduate from Harvard Law School. Her remarkable story of overcoming barriers and achieving her dreams is an inspiration to millions of people around the world. Born in Oakland, California in 1988…
Trameka Pope is a exceptional young woman who has overcome many challenges in her life. She was homeless in grade school, pregnant in eighth grade, and gave birth to her daughter just three days before starting high school. But instead of giving up on her dreams, she worked hard to excel in her studies and…
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…
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 a world where aviation is still largely male-dominated, Esther Mbabazi stands as a beacon of inspiration and progress. At just 24 years old, she made history by becoming Rwanda’s first female commercial pilot, breaking barriers and proving that dreams, when pursued with determination, can soar to incredible heights. A Dream Takes Flight Esther’s passion…
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…
Oluwaseun Bamigboye is a Nigerian economist who has made history by becoming the first female PhD holder of the Federal University Oye Ekiti (FUOYE) in Nigeria. She obtained her Doctor of Philosophy degree from the Department of Agricultural Economics and Extension in December 2021, after successfully defending her thesis on the quality requirements of internet…
A brilliant Nigerian lady has written her name in the history books after earning a Ph.D at age 25. The young lady, Priscilla Asikhia, graduated from Babcock University, Osun state, South-Western Nigeria.
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…
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…
