Amid all the issues and controversies surrounding the Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, once again, made it to the annual Black Powerlist. The list names the top 100 African, African-Carribean, and African-American individuals who influence and spark change in society through different means and platforms.
Meghan, though not placed in the top 10, was able to grab another spot on the list. She was first named by the Powerlist last year for her remarkable advocacies over the years.
Apparently, the Powerlist is now in its 13th year. This year, it primarily aims to give honor and celebrate the most influential and powerful black people in the United Kingdom. Also, it was judged by panel chairs including the retired High Court Judge, Dame Linda Dobbs.
Those at the top of the list all came from various industries. This includes business, science, technology, and entertainment, as reported by Express UK. As for the Duchess of Sussex, she was named under the public, "third [non-profit] sector," and education categories.
Previously, Meghan Markle has opened up about her heritage. She revealed that "being biracial" is both "staggering and illuminating. While she found difficulties in finding her "self-identity" in the past, Meghan claimed that she has come to "embrace" it, which made her "proud" to share who she is and where she came from.
Meghan Markle's inclusion to the list has become another honor and glory for the royal family, especially to the Sussex household. But aside from her, other individuals who made it to the list also shared a similar perspective toward the award.
Mirror UK has shared the rest of the details of Powerlist 2020. Based on the post, the overall list has been "topped" by WorldRemit's Ismail Ahmed.
According to reports, Ahmed shared his sentiments upon winning the award. He stated that the award is a "real privilege" and "honor" on his part.
WorldRemit, as a firm, helps immigrants send money back to their families and friends. It was revealed that Ismail Ahmed's product of labor was caused by his early experiences of having difficulties in sending back money to his hometown, Somaliland.
He came to London for his studies. Back then, he found a job that allowed him to send money back to his family. However, he found out that the process was too inconvenient and frustrating, especially the cost. So, he decided to build his own firm wherein he could set standards for much easier, more convenient, and more cost-efficient money transfer.
