Tag: Liberia
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Discover the remarkable story of Joseph Jenkins Roberts, a Virginia native who became the world’s first African American president, leading Liberia to independence in 1848.
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The remarkable journey of Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, Africa’s first female head of state and former president of Liberia. From overcoming adversity to promoting women’s empowerment and rebuilding a nation, her legacy continues to inspire leaders worldwide.
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