Author: Ebenezer Agbey Quist
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Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah makes history as Namibia’s first female president, winning 57% of the vote and continuing the Swapo party’s long-standing leadership.
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Kerry Washington, Emmy-winning actress and activist, receives a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, celebrating her trailblazing role in Scandal and her long career in film and TV.
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Damian Williams, the first Black U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, reflects on his legacy as he prepares to step down in December 2024. He led major cases and created a Civil Rights Unit during…
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Austin Davis, Pennsylvania’s first Black Lt. Governor, has been elected as the chair of the Democratic Lieutenant Governors Association. He is focused on rebuilding the Democratic Party and advocating for working families.
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Discover how Maurice Ashley, the first Black chess grandmaster, is paving the way for greater diversity in elite chess through mentorship and advocacy.
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Asia Consent wins Dragula season six as the first Black trans champion, dazzling fans with bold looks and groundbreaking artistry.
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President-elect Trump nominates Scott Turner as first Black HUD Secretary, bringing NFL veteran and community leader to critical urban development role.
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LFJ, a Black-owned fashion brand by Juliet Olanipekun, makes its historic debut at Thailand Fashion Week, celebrating culture, diversity, and innovative design in the global fashion industry.
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Anita Okunde has made history as the first Black woman to be elected Oxford Union president, bringing a strong vision for inclusivity, climate justice, and social impact.
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Alex “Rooster” Weathers becomes the first autistic member of the Natchez Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi, setting a powerful example of perseverance and inclusion in Black Greek life.
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