List of scientists from Africa facts for kids

This article shares information about some important scientists from Africa. These individuals have made significant contributions in various fields, including economics, history, and international relations.

Important Scientists from Africa

Scientists from Ghana

• Kofi Annan (1938–2018) was a famous diplomat from Ghana. He is best known for being the seventh Secretary-General of the United Nations (UN). The UN is a big organization where countries work together for peace and to solve global problems.

Before leading the UN, Kofi Annan was an economist. An economist is someone who studies how money, goods, and services are produced and used. He worked hard to bring peace to different parts of the world and won the Nobel Peace Prize in 2001.

Scientists from Sierra Leone

• J. B. Dauda (1942–2017) was a politician and economist from Sierra Leone. He served as a member of parliament in his country. A member of parliament helps make laws and represents the people in their area. He was also an economist, studying how the country's money and resources were managed.

• Ahmad Tejan Kabbah (1932–2014) was a former president of Sierra Leone. A president is the leader of a country. Before becoming president, he was also an economist. His work helped guide Sierra Leone's economy.

Scientists from Tunisia

Mohamed Talbi was a historian from Tunisia.

• Mohamed Talbi (1921–2017) was an important historian from Tunisia. A historian is someone who studies and writes about the past. He focused on the history of Islam and helped people understand different cultures and beliefs.