Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf

For years Africa has been behind the world. The colonization has left a deep scar on Africa. Many African countries survive under debts. Ellen became the president of Liberia. She was the first woman to head a state in Africa. She helped in uplifting Liberia from debt. The freedom of Information bill was one of the significant milestones in her journey. She became a global icon against corruption, colonization, and dictators. She received the Nobel Peace Prize.