Growing up in the village of Kwanyuswa, Dr. Mazibuko made the impossible possible, she became the first in her family to be literate. “I was the first indigenous black to enter the field of radiation Oncology in KZN and I was called a monkey that doesn’t deserve education. I was harassed by white and Indian doctors, they called me names daily,” said Dr. Mazibuko.
As Afro-beats continues to be the worldwide sound associated with the summer and everything enjoyable, more and more artists from the continent are getting their well deserved time in the spotlight. Burna Boy is one of those prolific musicians and at this point, not being aware of his impact and signature sound should be a cultural crime of sorts.
Onlookers may ask what drove a 25-year-old man with perfect hearing, no speech impediments and novice experience with sign language to develop a solution to the challenges people with hearing impairments face? Answer? His love for a bright young family member.
Nicholas Buamah at 8 years old and just over 4ft tall is a titan in his own right. Born to Ghanaian parents, Danielle and Dominic Buamah, he is well on his way to prodigy status. Like most children his age Nicholas loves sports and superheroes but his life has a bit of a twist. While his schoolmates are grappling with 2nd grade coursework he is going to book signings and meeting fans.
The 31-year-old amassed a stunning $600 million net worth, surpassing Madonna by $30 million, Dion by $150 million and Beyoncé by $200 million. While Rihanna is well known for hits like, "Umbrella," "Jewels" and "What's My Name?" ironically her music isn't the main wellspring of her wealth.