Author: Yaw Agbey
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The historic moment when Viola Davis became the first Black woman to win the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series in 2015 for her role in “How to Get Away With Murder.”
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The remarkable story of Cheryl White, the first Black female jockey to make history by winning two races in different states on the same day. From her childhood on a horse farm to breaking barriers in the male-dominated…
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The inspiring journey of Sisa Ngebulana, founder of Rebosis Property Fund, the pioneering Black-managed property fund listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange. From humble beginnings in Mthatha to overcoming challenges in property development, Ngebulana’s story is one of…
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The groundbreaking journey of Marcus and Markee Baskerville, the twin brothers behind VoltCell, the first and only Black-owned battery brand on Amazon. Explore their commitment to quality, safety, and environmental impact, and learn how their mission goes beyond…
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The inspiring story of Diébédo Francis Kéré, the first Black architect to win the prestigious Pritzker Prize in its 43-year history. From a remote village in Burkina Faso to global acclaim, Kéré’s journey is marked by a commitment…
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The Maryland Zoo’s tribute to its first Black female zookeeper, Mary Wilson, through a new paid internship promoting diversity in zookeeping. Learn about Wilson’s remarkable career, her natural connection with animals, and how the internship honors her legacy…
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Meet Patrice Motsepe Who Made History As The First Black African To Be Named A Billionaire By Forbes
The groundbreaking journey of Patrice Motsepe, the first Black African billionaire according to Forbes. From mining magnate to philanthropist, delve into his strategic investments and contributions to various industries. Motsepe’s story inspires young African entrepreneurs to dream big
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The groundbreaking journey of Anika Noni Rose, the first Black Disney princess in “The Princess and the Frog.” Learn about the cultural impact, Disney’s history of diversity, and how Rose’s portrayal of Tiana continues to inspire.
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A Lifelong Dream Finally Achieved On April 6, 1909, American explorer Robert Peary accomplished a long elusive dream when he, assistant Matthew Henson and four Inuits reached what they determined to be the North Pole after decades of…
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Tyler Perry made history as the first Black entertainer on Forbes’ World’s 10 Highest-Paid Entertainers list for the second consecutive year, earning $175 million in 2022.
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