So greatful for black women on the "screen". A blessing to see yourself even in another culture.

Eloquent, passionate, honest. May she have all the best luck in her acting career.

"I always felt I wasn't good enough but you have to push through that"

she's such a gifted speaker, goodness. I watched all 17 minutes without fast forwading to find a "more interesting part.: She's such a gift and I enjoy her acting on an african city. Maame Adjei (Zainab) in the audience..hello!

Moral of the story: the best and brightest from Africa should be trying to build up their own entertainment industry to provide opportunities for Africans to show themselves in their full glory on film. Last I checked Nigeria has a big film industry which is ready and waiting for some of these talented Africans to take to the next level..... Cinematography, acting, writing, directing and all these other skills can and should be applied to making African cinema the epitome of black excellence/identity on film in all of its aspects.... Recall the greats like Ousmane Sembene and others. As opposed to telling stories about fighting racism because black actors and actresses seem to only know how to go to Europe and America to try and find fame. In fact many of these black women's stories told at TED talks remind me of the movie "Black Girl" by Ousmane Sembene from 1966. And here we are 50 years later still telling the same story....

shes a great actress.

You are amazing, and you have made us proud as African. Great work.

"Be that person and completely unapologetically."

Love me some Ted Talks! It's like travelling the World via KZfaq!

beauty and intelligence combined in this woman is mezmerizing, much luv from your ethiopian brother.

she is a beautiful woman💕

from somalia as africans honey we are so proud to u 😍😍😍

she is so gorgeous

she is so inspiring..

The way her voice shifted when she talked about her parents, you could tell how much respect, love, and admiration she had for them.

I've been following Maameyaa since A A C. I've seen her in a few other things, love her!!!

Extremely inspirational and amazing to stumble. Needed this!

Awesome message. Thanks for sharing!! I love "An African City"

She's gorgeous! Love her in An African City!

Great speech. Well communicated.

Brilliant.Beautiful.Articulate.Fierce. She's a modern educated cultured woman....reminds me of Viola Davis

You are a phenomenal woman! Asante

Wow, she went to Hood College in Maryland! My cousin graduated from there last year.

u are an inspiration to many African n non African women

she is such a great speaker

lovely hair....flamboyant woman. am in love

YOU ARE A BEAUTIFUL YOUNG LADY!!! Just beautiful!!!

Very inspiring. You are perfect never let anyone tell you how to be yourself.

Amazing! Absolutely love you MaameYaa and the whole cast & crew of an An African City

Absolutely love your confidence and passion for what you do! You did amazing! OMG!

I wasn't paying attention too her hair, more like noticing her on a spiritual level, how honest (nervous), and sweet she iz.

OMG SHES GORGEOUS!!!!

she is beautiful and awesome

Gosh! she is so beautiful!

I get in the way of myself ... Wow ! Thank you

OMG! you've literally spoken my world! Thank you so much! xxxx

This is such a positive message. I really enjoyed the honesty and the challenge to create what you need.

She's moved and moving. Love her!!

I watched this on my tv and I had to come to my phone to comment and say that you are truly inspiring and your passion shines through. Keep pushing. Never stop. Much love.

I adore her outfit! Especially her colorful top! :-)

Omggg when she said Rutgers I had to comment! I'm a Rutgers graduate myself Rutgers is awesome! Also she's so beautiful and talented 😍

That was so goood!!! I love emphasis that she placed on community and also nurturing yourself. When we are able to accept ourselves the world follows. Very important to remember, thank you!

Oh my! Such a confirmation for what I want to do. If you want something that doesn't exist, create it. Powerful!

She is so talented. I enjoy her work so much!

I am currently searching for a work visa in the US and this video has lifted my spirit 🙀😍

she is so articulated. inspiring story.

Her message has transformed my inner world. I love it more more

youre soo awesome...love you guys on african city.great inspiration

Such an inspiration! Thank You for sharing. I needed to hear this at this time!

I loved your presentation MaameYaa, and I am enjoying the character you play on An African City. Looking forward to seeing you in more film projects.

Hey MaameYaa...what a wonderful Journey and a wonderful story...you are the one we have been waiting for!!!

so much of this story is mine thnks for the encourgement

beautiful speech. very inspiring

Thank you for such a wonderful message. I know we will see more of you!

Look forward to what you'll achieve more and more in your career, so beautiful and ambitious! Love her!

very inspirational. i love to see motivated african women who create beautiful things

Congrats to you MaameYaa!! This was enjoyable to watch. Mr. Abiah is a lucky man!!

Great inspiration. Thank you for sharing.

So good I can feel her emotion through her challenges

Such beauty and strength :-)

she was great. Every young person can be inspired by her message.

love this.

Loved the poetry and the message. Bless you.

Great talk! Keep it up - you are inspiring!

This is great inspiration I love it

i like her voice

such an awesome speech. wow! I really love your natural look. let's embrace our natural look. you're so inspiring.

Rock on soul-sister!

That's so beautiful Maame, such an inspiration to all the African girls out there. All that discrimination happened for you to be the leader you are! Adorable in and out!

It was very touching to see how proud her father was of her. It is easy to see why she is so courageous: she comes from good stock, with a father like that, who cared that a child not his own was separated from their family -- and worked to reunite them. Beautiful, positive, erudite young woman. I wish her well in all her endeavors.

Breathtakingly Beautiful, her looks, her nature..........I wish you all the best in your career and in life. I look forward to seeing you in film. Continue to be modest and true to yourself.

Thanks a lot Dear for sharing these importante advices to us... People need to know it. God Bless Your at all

Beautiful amazing soul. Thank you, bless you. All your dreams come true

Wów! what an Intelligent,Inspiring & Trué Beautiful African Queen... My 5yr'old Daughter has to See & Follow'this. Love & Appreciate U'Lady. Thankx só Much!!!

Such a Wonderful Sister and Amazing Inspiration!

Wow that was great, thank you!!

Absolutely beautiful and so genuine with good intention. What the world needs to see❤

Great inspiring story! 👏👏👏

i just fpund this young lady and o love the internet show called an africanCity. I am inspired this Ted Talk. Love this.

such a beautiful Queen with brilliance. original speaker like her self knows the struggle and loves being open and honest.She knows her roots and speaks about today! listen with you ears not with your eyes.Focus on the message.

I could listen to Maame Yaa Boafo talk all day. And yes, as the saying goes, she's "easy on the eyes", but even more than that--she is melodic on the ears. Truly radiant. Maybe it's been said already in the comments, but appearance-wise, with her beautiful facial structure, slim build, poised with a graceful strength, she'd make a great Lauryn Hill in a biopic that is brought to life by the RIGHT hands AND hearts.

Bingham!! Yay ... I have the same story... in the Caribbean and perplexed as to why i have an American mindset.

I truly enjoy this video, Very informative and an amazing young lady.

Very intelligent woman! I am happy for you that you pursued your dream. There are greater things ahead for you.

As a lady thinks, so is she! I soo love you li'l girl. May God continue to protect you and your loved ones.

She is very beautiful and inspirational.

Love it girl!

Great advice I love her

You're beautiful sis! Thanks for sharing your story. :)

You Are Excellent! Thank You.

thank you sis

From Kenya. You just did justice to my selfesteem.iam encouraged to be better

Amazing job...

Thanks for your advices about living abroad!

just amazing

Awesome and inspiring

you story is really encouraging

she is so real and vulnerable

Her massage brought me a change thanks

What a lovely, intelligent, inspiring, African woman. Gives one hope.