She was born with a passion for flying, inspired by her parents who worked in the aviation industry. She defied the odds and pursued her dream of becoming a pilot in a male-dominated field. She made history as the first female pilot in Kenya, and later as the first female captain of the Boeing 787…
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…
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…
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…
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 a heartwarming tale of determination and resilience, Rhonda E. Davis, a 60-year-old grandmother, has emerged as an exceptional figure in academia, defying the odds to become the overall best graduating student at Cheyney University of Pennsylvania. Her inspiring journey, marked by numerous challenges and unwavering resolve, exemplifies the transformative power of education and the…
In a remarkable tale of resilience and determination, Mitchell Mhlanga, a young lady from South Africa, has defied the odds and overcome numerous challenges to achieve academic excellence. Mitchell’s journey is an inspiring testament to the power of hard work, perseverance, and unwavering self-belief. Early Struggles: Mitchell Mhlanga’s journey began in 2010 when she completed…
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…
