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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.
‘Trust your body’: Woman who had stress-like symptoms ended up being diagnosed with rare disease
Nicole Peace, a woman from Baltimore County, is speaking out about her journey with Cushing’s disease, urging others to see a doctor for unexplained symptoms. In 2023, Peace began having dizzy spells and other health issues, which she initially attributed to stress. “I had dizzy spells, but I knew, at the time, I was under…
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Couple in IVF mix-up now desperate to keep child after biological parents are identified
A Florida couple is now desperately fighting to keep the baby girl they welcomed in December,...
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Tributes pour in following passing of South Africa’s first Black Miss World rep Cynthia Shange
Historic Miss World contestant Cynthia Shange has passed away at the age of 76. South African...
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17-year-old becomes first in her school to get Ivy League acceptance, her classmates go viral for their reaction
In December 2025, 17-year-old Olivia Connie-Perkins, a student at Success Academy High School...
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Woman who went viral for turning waitress into model shares how she discovered her by accident
While running a routine errand in Sydney, Australia, 28-year-old model Kenz Lawrén stopped abruptly outside a restaurant after noticing a young waitress, who, in Lawrén’s estimation,...
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Karen S. Carter to be Dow’s 1st Black woman CEO and 3rd Black woman running a Fortune 500 company
Dow has named Karen S. Carter as its next CEO, making her the first Black woman to lead a major U.S. chemical company, effective July 1. She will replace Jim Fitterling, who has led Dow since before its...
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Atlanta mom loses almost $10k to scammers while ordering takeout: ‘now we have literally nothing’
A metro Atlanta mother, Nina Lloyd, said a simple takeout order turned into a financial nightmare after she was scammed out of nearly $10,000, serving as a reminder of the sophisticated tactics hackers...
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Rihanna makes history as the first woman of color to win the Edison Achievement Award
Singer, entrepreneur, and philanthropist Rihanna has been selected to receive the 2026 Edison Achievement Award, becoming the first woman of color to receive the honor. This honor, the highest recognition...
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Wife whose husband died after being pulled into MRI machine by metal chain he wore sues clinic
Adrienne Jones-McAllister, 61, the widow of Long Island resident Keith McAllister, has filed a lawsuit against Nassau Open MRI. McAllister died last year after being pulled into an MRI machine. The suit,...
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How a hospital forced a woman in active labor to attend a court hearing for refusing a C-section
In September 2024, a pregnant mother of three from Jacksonville, Florida, went into labor and made her way to the University of Florida Health Hospital. Cherise Doyley, a professional birthing doula, wanted...
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Grace Ladoja becomes the first African woman to design a Nike signature shoe
Nigerian creative and founder of the Homecoming Festival, Grace Ladoja, has made history as the first African woman to design a signature Nike shoe. Remarkably, the specific silhouette she designed is...
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Nurse suspended after refusing to use pedophile’s preferred pronouns wins settlement
A 41-year-old NHS nurse from Croydon, Jennifer Melle, has won an out-of-court settlement after being labeled a “risk to the public.” A disciplinary action against her followed her refusal to...
