Congolese refugee turned model starts modelling agency for ethnic minorities
Updated | By Carol Ofori
We have a bunch of amazing things happening on the African continent that should be celebrated and we want to tell you all about it!
Today on our trip around Africa we're kicking it off in the Democratic Republic of the Congo with Harmony 'Anne-Marie' Ilunga.
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Her story is one of determination, discrimination, and triumph.
She has conquered adversity while chasing her dreams of modeling.
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Now she is helping others, like her, do the same.
Then on a more natural note, over in Kenya, you can now find the sole-surviving white giraffe.
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The male giraffe is the only of his kind in the world all because of poaching.
But luckily there is a light at the end of the tunnel for this boy.
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And ending it off, by staying in Kenya, a graffiti artist has taken it upon himself to teach people about COVID-19.
25-year-old Sammy Mwangi is a creative individual who wants to make a difference in this world.
For this COVID season I have been doing what's based on COVID simply to sensitize the community about the seriousness of this ailment that is ailing the country right now. The yellow and the green are sensational colors, they tend to draw attention more quickly to the masses.- Sammy Mwangi
To hear the full low-down of these incredible proudly African stories make sure you listen to the podcast right now.
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Main image courtesy of Harmony “Anne-Marie” Ilunga Official Instagram
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