Author: Yaw Agbey
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The remarkable life of Benjamin Banneker, the self-taught polymath who invented the first clock in America, predicted solar eclipses, and contributed to the design of Washington DC. Learn about his activism and enduring legacy.
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Wole Soyinka, the acclaimed Nigerian playwright and novelist who won the 1986 Nobel Prize in Literature, becoming the first Black African laureate. Explore his literary contributions blending African and Western traditions and his activism.
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Learn about Linda Osei’s son, who made history as the first Black boy to win a coveted academic award in a UK school. Discover how the Ghanaian TikToker’s inspiring journey empowers single mothers everywhere.
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Charles Burrell, the first Black musician hired under contract by a major American symphony orchestra. Despite facing racial barriers, his legacy as a musical pioneer continues to inspire generations.
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Ketanji Brown Jackson’s historic swearing in as the first Black woman Supreme Court justice. Despite partisan battles, her impeccable qualifications prevailed, embodying hope for generations and bringing a much-needed perspective to the nation’s highest court.
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Jessikah Inaba’s groundbreaking achievement as the UK’s first black and blind barrister. Despite facing systemic barriers, she pursued her dream with unwavering determination, inspiring marginalized groups and advocating for inclusivity in the legal profession.
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All about Lord Simon Woolley’s historic appointment as the first Black man to head an Oxbridge college. Discover his journey from a council estate upbringing to leadership at Homerton College, advocating for inclusivity and social mobility in higher…
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The remarkable story of Kitty Black Perkins, the visionary designer behind the first Black Barbie doll. Learn how she broke barriers, injected diversity into the iconic toy line, and inspired generations of young girls.
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Tamyra Mensah Stock’s historic Olympic gold medal win, that made her the first Black woman to achieve such a feat in wrestling. Discover her dominant performance in Tokyo, her inspiration for the next generation, and the emotional tribute…
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Learn about Juanita Jackson Mitchell, the first African-American woman to practice law in Maryland, who shattered racial and gender barriers in the legal profession. Discover her trailblazing legal career, tireless civil rights activism, and lasting legacy through a…
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