In 2010, Portia Mngomezulu embarked on a transformative journey that would lead her to become the founder of Portia M Skin Solutions, a company specializing in skincare products crafted from indigenous African oils. The inspiration for her business came after the birth of her child, when her mother-in-law recommended marula oil to treat her stretch marks. Intrigued by its […]
Dr. Catherine Nyongesa Watta stands as a trailblazer in the field of oncology, particularly in Kenya where she is celebrated as the first female radiation oncologist. With over a decade of experience in clinical and radiation oncology, Dr. Nyongesa serves at the Texas Cancer Centre Nairobi and Kenyatta National Hospital. Her extensive educational background includes a Bachelor’s degree in […]
At the tender age of 19, Paul Okari embarked on a project that would challenge cultural taboos and transform the lives of many young women across Africa. Recognizing how poverty-stricken girls were forced to miss school due to a lack of access to commercial sanitary products, Okari decided to take action. This initiative led to the creation of Safi […]
Chelsea Manalo, a 24-year-old with a Filipino mother and African American father, made history in 2024 as the first Black woman to be crowned Miss Universe Philippines. Her victory, celebrated widely on social media, is seen as a significant step towards redefining beauty standards in the country. Representing Bulacan, a province north of Manila, Manalo emerged victorious over 52 […]
In a historic moment for both the United Kingdom and Nigeria, Mrs. Abigail Marshall Katung has been officially sworn in as the first African Lord Mayor of Leeds. She assumes the role from Al Garthwaite, becoming the city’s 130th Lord Mayor and marking a significant milestone as the first person of African descent to hold this prestigious position. Abigail […]
The Raheem Sterling Foundation has launched a scholarship program set to provide 14 students from King’s College London and the University of Manchester with essential financial support and mentorship over the next three years. This initiative, targeting students from Black, African, and Caribbean heritage from socio-economically under-represented backgrounds in Greater London and Greater Manchester, aims to bridge the attainment […]
In a country plagued by some of the highest rates of gender-based violence and human trafficking in the world, a beacon of hope has emerged in the form of Bohlale Mphahlele, a young South African scientist. At just 16 years old, Bohlale invented an “Alerting Ear Piece,” a groundbreaking device designed to combat these societal scourges and protect vulnerable […]
Kadidja Dosso, the dynamic Founder and CEO of Dosso Beauty LLC, has revolutionized the beauty industry with her Black-owned e-commerce venture, offering over 160 organic beauty products tailored for the Black Beauty Market. Born and raised in West Philadelphia, Kadidja’s early fascination with hair and cosmetics laid the foundation for her entrepreneurial journey. Her passion for braiding and styling […]
Adefolakunmi (Fola) Adenugba, a visionary leader in the art world, founded ISE-DA, an innovative art advisory and media platform dedicated to supporting international Black contemporary art. Adenugba’s mission is to foster a connected community that is passionate, knowledgeable, and engaged with art from across the African Diaspora. Her academic journey at Emory University, where she earned a Bachelor of […]
Sydney Montgomery, a distinguished Princeton and Harvard Law School graduate, has been recognized as a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree for her remarkable contributions to education and equity. As the CEO and Founder of Outline It, a cutting-edge writing software designed for students with learning differences, and the Executive Director and Founder of Barrier Breakers, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, Montgomery […]
