Henrietta Lacks
African-American woman whose cancer cells became a major part of medical history.
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Mary Thomas
Women like Queen Mary Thomas, Queen Agnes Salomon, and Queen Mathilda McBean led the 1878 Fireburn labor rebellion, known as the Queens of the Fireburn.
Annie Turnbo Malone
Businesswoman, inventor, and philanthropist who was one of the first African American women to become a millionaire.
Bernice Lake
Dame Bernice Lake QC was a distinguished Anguillan jurist and legal scholar. In 1985, she became the first Eastern Caribbean woman appointed Queen’s Counsel.
Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti
Chief Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti was a prominent figure in Nigeria, known for her roles as an educator, political activist, suffragist, and advocate for women’s rights.
Angèle Dola Akofa Aguigah
Renowned figure in the fields of historical archaeology and Togolese politics.
Angelina Atyam
Ugandan human rights activist and midwife recognized for her tireless efforts in advocating for abducted children and promoting forgiveness.
Gwendoline Konie
Gwendoline Noreen Chomba Konie, a distinguished Zambian poet, diplomat, and politician, made significant contributions to her nation’s political and cultural landscape.
Mentewab
In 1730, Wälättä Giyorgis, later known as Empress Mentewab, married Ethiopia’s Emperor Bakaffa after nursing him back to health. Following Bakaffa’s death in 1730, Mentewab became the regent for their son, Iyasu II, and rose to power as the ruler of Ethiopia.
Alda Neves da Graça do Espírito Santo
Distinguished poet from São Tomé and Príncipe who a significant role in the post-independence Santomean government.