Despite the several factors that bind the African people together, there are individuals whose unique makeup, character, or practice has made them stand out. Moreover, science has shown that no two persons have the same fingerprint; not even identical twins. However, some people possess unbelievable, rare, or unique physical attributes that are incredibly different from other Africans and the rest of the world.
Here are the Most Rare People in Africa
1. The Darkest Person in the World
Nyakim Gatwech is mostly referred to as the darkest person in the world. There were speculations that she was bestowed the ‘darkest person on earth’ by the Guinness World Records. However, the information was confirmed to be false as the Guinness World Records does not monitor records for skin tone. Notwithstanding, She is a dark Sudanese model born on January 27, 1993, in Ethiopia.
She has been nicknamed the “Queen of the Dark” because of her complexion. She came into the limelight after taking part in a fashion show at St. Cloud State University. At the moment, she is an Instagram star and a model who has appeared in several publications. She also appeared in the promotional posters for the American horror film, Jigsaw (2017).
2. Kenyan Man with the Longest Fingernails in Africa
John Waweru is a Kenyan man who decided to break records by attempting to grow the longest fingernails in the world. When he started, he was called different names and accused of being a devil worshipper. All these accusations did not deter him as he continued to grow his name and subsequently, made it his source of livelihood. He started showcasing his outstanding long nails at events, after charging a fee.
This obsession to grow the longest nails in the world caused him several limitations to his work. Waweru cannot wash or use his hands to do certain chores. His nails have grown to an outstanding length of 1 foot and 2 inches long, making him the African with the longest nails.
3. Helen has constructed the longest hand-made wig
After spending 11 days and two million nairas, A Nigerian lady called Helen Williams was able to set the Guinness record for making the longest hand-made wig. The wig stretches up to 351.28m (1,152ft 5in).
After she concluded the piece, it became difficult for her to find a place where she could measure it. She finally laid it along the highway connecting the cities of Lagos and Abeokuta for measurement.
4. The Blue-Eyed Woman
Risikat Moromoke Azeez is a Nigerian woman who became an internet sensation in 2020 after her husband abandoned her and subsequently sent her two daughters packing for having blue eyes.
The unique color of her eyes is a result of a genetic condition called “Ocular Albinism”, which reduces the pigmentation of the iris. This condition was also passed down to Risikat’s two daughters.
She came to the limelight after she was chased out of the house by her husband and ended up having to beg to survive with her two children. She was discovered by photographers who noticed how beautiful her eyes and her daughters were and have been in many photoshoots ever since.
5. African with the Largest Feet
Brahim Takioullah is a Morrocan man who formally held the Guinness World Record for largest feet. He is also the second-tallest living person.
Surpassing former record-holder, Sultan Kösen, Takioullah became the Guinness World Record holder for the world’s largest feet on a living person, on 24 May 2011. His left foot measures 38.1 centimeters and his right is 37.5 centimeters.
Similarly, With a height of 2.46 meters, Takioullah became the second–tallest living person behind Sultan Kösen of Turkey, and tied with Morteza Mehrzad of Iran, in the world according to the Guinness World Records.
6. Ugandan Boy with the Striking Face
At the sight of Shakul, the first thing one would notice is his bright blue eyes and a bold streak of light-colored skin on his forehead and hands. When his parents had him, they assumed he was sick because of his unique eye color and multiple skin colors.
He was raised by his grandmother after his mother abandoned him as a child. His mother rarely ever touched or breastfed him because she assumed he was a cursed child. With the help of a charity organization, Shakul was diagnosed with Wardenbuurg syndrome, a genetic condition that affects the coloring of the eyes, skin, hair, and hearing loss.
Shakul was offered a scholarship by a charity organization and attends a special needs school due to his complete deafness caused by the syndrome.
7. Africa’s Most Pierced Man
Ugandan man, Davis Kizza Kana popularly known as Rasta Kana became famous for having the most piercing on any African with 83 piercings.
Rasta Kana has 20 piercings on each ear, 14 on his eyebrows, 10 on his nose, 10 on the lips, 2 on the tongue, 4 in the mouth, and others in the neck, and genital area.
David decided to go into this lifestyle in 2000 and has no intentions of giving it up.
8. Most Fertile Woman in Africa
Mariam Nabantanzi is considered the most fertile woman in Africa after giving birth to 44 children at the age of 40. This Ugandan woman has given birth to 4 sets of twins, 5 sets of triplets, 5 sets of quadruplets, and a few single births.
Overwhelmed by the number of children, her husband fled, abandoning her with 38 surviving children, 20 boys and 18 girls. Mariam was diagnosed with hyperovulation, which causes many eggs to be released in a single cycle. She was told that no family planning method would work for her and if forced, would lead to health challenges.
However, doctors were able to come up with a solution which led to the cutting of her tubes to prevent the eggs from traveling to the uterus
9. Zambian Real-Life Rapunzel
Also called the Black Rapunzel, Lister Phiri has outstandingly long hair which is said to be about twice her height. Lister is a native of the Chilanga District of Lusaka, Zambia.
While most women today use different products to help their hair grow and keep it moisturized, The Black Rapunzel has admitted to never using shampoos or any hair products, but rather, detergents to wash and vaseline as moisturizers.
Lister due to the length of her hair seeks help from the neighbors to put in African threading styles and doesn’t bother to go to any salon.
10. Most Flexible African
South African woman, Nokulunga Buthelezi has dubbed herself as the “African Snake” due to her flexible nature. She is a contortionist who became popular for her extreme curving abilities.
Her flexibility has led to a lot of people questioning if she has bones in her body. Nokulunga can form 120-degree angles which is almost impossible to do by any human but rather snakes.
11. Ethiopian Boy with Sapphire Eyes
Melekamu popularly known as Abushe is an Ethiopian boy with a rare eye color which is a result of a disease called Wardenburg syndrome. At birth, he was presumed to be blind because of the unusual sapphire color of his eyes.
This young Ethiopian boy who was bullied and called different names because of the color of his eyes, has been listed among the 88 people with the most beautiful eyes in the world. He hopes to be a footballer like Lionel Messi.
12. Duckie Thot was Nicknamed Black Barbie Because of her Complexion
Nyadak Duckie Thot is a South Sudanese-Australian model that is known for her smooth black skin. She was introduced to the modeling industry by her model and YouTube sister, Nikki Perkins. She is famously known for being the face of Fenty Beauty as well as playing the lead role in the Alice in Wonderland-inspired 2018 Pirelli Calendar. She has been given the nickname “Black Barbie”, of which she is very proud.
13. Most Fertile Man
Ismail Ibn Sharif was a Morrocan leader who existed in the 1600s and 1700s. He claimed to have been a direct descendant of the prophet Mohammed, the founder of Islam. He became famous for being a ruthless leader but that is not the main focus for us.
This Morrocan leader has set the world record for fathering the most children ever. Ismail was said to have fathered over a thousand children but according to the Guinness World Records after verifications, was said to have fathered 888 children, which is more than anyone else in the history of not just Africa, but the world.
14. Nimachi is a white Kid born to a black Nigerian couple
Nimachi is a white baby that was mysteriously born to a black Nigerian couple; Ben and Angela. According to medical experts, there are possibly 3 reasons why Nimachi’s appearance is different from her parents and her siblings. The first is a dormant white gene in one of the parents. The second is a genetic mutation and the third is possible albinism. Meanwhile, Nimachi’s parents have affirmed that they do not have any white ancestry in their backgrounds.
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15. Angolan Man with the Largest Mouth
Francisco Domingo Joaquim is an Angolan man who made it to the Guinness World Records in 2010 after the size of his mouth drew the attention of the media.
Fransisco’s mouth measures 17cm (6.69 inches) and stretches in all directions. This has earned him the title of the man with the widest mouth, not only in Africa but the world. His mouth can fit in a lot of items including a can of coke. How incredible is that?
