Agbani Darego became the first African to be crowned Miss World in 2001. 

November 16

On November 16, 2001, Agbani Darego became the first Black African to be crowned Miss World. 

In 2001, 18-year-old Darego made history when she was crowned Miss World. She became the first Black African to win the prestigious pageant. 

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Sources

Aziz, N. (n.d.). This Day in black history: Nov. 16, 2001. BET. https://www.bet.com/article/7t6e8x/this-day-in-black-history-nov-16-2001