At just twelve years old, Hephzibah Akinwale is already shaping history with a brilliance far beyond her years. The world first met her at age ten, when she achieved global recognition for setting a Guinness World Record as the youngest author to write the longest fiction novel. Now, she has added another extraordinary milestone to her journey being named the winner of the 2025 Forbes Women Africa Next Generation Award in South Africa.
This prestigious honor celebrates exceptional young women under fifteen who are making meaningful contributions in their fields and inspiring the next generation of African leaders. For Hephzibah, it is yet another affirmation that talent, determination, and imagination know no boundaries of age or geography.
Her record-breaking novel, “Chronicles of the Time Keepers: Whisked Away,” captivated readers worldwide with its imagination, emotional depth, and narrative strength, an astonishing achievement for someone who had only just stepped into her teenage years. The 58,000-word book didn’t just earn her a Guinness title; it cemented her place as one of the most promising literary voices of her generation.
Behind her accomplishments lies a story of nurture, faith, and family. Hephzibah’s parents have been her strongest supporters, encouraging her love for books and storytelling from an early age. She often credits them for creating an environment where creativity thrives, a space that allows her to dream freely and write without limits. While she is not known to belong to any formal writers’ club, her growth has been guided by mentors and educators who recognize her rare gift and help refine her craft. Her connection with readers through online communities has also played a role in building her confidence and expanding her imagination.
Winning the Forbes Women Africa Next Generation Award is more than a personal victory; it is a symbol of hope for millions of African children who dream big. It shows that passion can bloom early, and that the world will make room for those who dare to shine. Hephzibah’s recognition on such a grand stage reflects the power of storytelling and the boundless possibilities that emerge when a young girl believes in her voice.
Her journey is a powerful reminder that greatness often begins quietly in the mind of a child with a pen, a dream, and a story to tell. Today, Hephzibah Akinwale stands not just as a record-breaking author or an award-winning young woman, but as a beacon of inspiration to a continent and a world eager for stories of brilliance and hope.
And as she continues to grow, learn, and write, one thing is certain, the chapters ahead of her life will shine even brighter than the ones she has already written.
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