Born on May 4, 1948, in Monrovia, Liberia, George Weah rose from humble beginnings to become one of Africa’s greatest footballers and later the President of Liberia. Known for his dynamic playing style, Weah won FIFA’s World Player of the Year and the Ballon d’Or, the first and only African to do so. After retiring from sports, he turned to politics, winning Liberia’s presidency in 2017. His life story exemplifies resilience, ambition, and service, inspiring millions across Africa and the Black diaspora to believe in transformational leadership through perseverance.
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