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News About Black Women
Face2Face Africa’s Women section highlights the achievements and stories of Afro-American women who have made a significant impact on society. Explore news about Afro-American women and discover articles about Black women who are breaking barriers and shaping the future. From inspiring profiles of famous Afro-American women to in-depth articles about Afro-American women’s contributions in various fields, this section offers a wealth of knowledge and empowerment. Stay updated with the latest news and features on the remarkable women who continue to lead and inspire across the globe.
What we know about Onijah Andrew Robinson, the American woman stranded in Pakistan after failed marriage
Onijah Andrew Robinson gained internet fame after traveling to Pakistan to marry a teenager she met online. According to The Independent, the 32-year-old later refused to leave the country, demanded thousands of dollars, and stated that she wished to “rebuild” the country. In October 2024, the New York woman went to Karachi, Pakistan, to meet…
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Remembering Dr. Myra Adele Logan, the first woman to perform open-heart surgery
Many know the story of Dr. Daniel Hale Williams, an African-American cardiologist who became...
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Meet Amanda Azubuike, first Nigerian woman to become Brigadier General in U.S. Army
Amanda Azubuike has officially become the first Nigerian woman to be promoted to Brigadier...
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What got Illinois mayor and boyfriend involved in fistfight during township meeting
The first Thornton Township Board meeting in months was marred by punches and expletive language....
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5 little-known facts about Tems, the first Nigerian to win two Grammy awards
Nigerian singer Tems beat Yemi Alade, Burna Boy and Wizkid to take home the Best African Music Performance Grammy for her song Love Me Jeje on Sunday. She is now the first Nigerian to win two Grammys after...
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Meet Stephanie Onusiriuka, the Nigerian teen gymnast preparing to compete at 2028 Olympics
At only 15, Stephanie Onusiriuka is making a name for herself in gymnastics. The young Nigerian’s journey into gymnastics began at the age of two. She was easily flipping and tumbling when most children...
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At 102, Eloise Brown is one of the Eagles’ oldest fans born way before the team existed
Eloise Brown, a 102-year-old Philadelphia native, has been a devoted fan of the Philadelphia Eagles since the 1960s, a passion that began while watching games on TV with her children. Remarkably,...
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Roxanne Shanté: from the Queensbridge Projects to being first solo female rapper to receive Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award
Hip-hop legend Roxanne Shanté is set to become the first solo female MC to receive the prestigious Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. The Recording Academy recently revealed that the rapper,...
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5 facts about Kimberly Tolbert, Dallas’ first Black woman city manager who started as an intern
Kimberly Bizor Tolbert recently made history as the first Black woman to serve as Dallas City manager. As stated in the Dallas Weekly, the city manager is one of the most influential positions in...
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Meet SEPTA’s first female train engineer who never missed work for 40 years
Jackie Pettyjohn is SEPTA’s first woman train engineer. The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) announced early this month that the pioneering train engineer is retiring...
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These Black retirees in Philly meet every week to sew period pads for women in Africa and Caribbean
The Pan-African Sisterhood Health Initiative (P.A.S.H.I.) brings joy to people all across the world by creating reusable, washable cotton menstruation pads for girls and women in Africa and the Caribbean....
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Meet Towana Looney, who is now the world’s longest living recipient of a pig organ transplant
Towana Looney is still thriving after receiving a pig organ transplant, making history in the process. She is the fifth patient to receive a gene-edited pig organ since 2022 and the third living human...
