This archive report was first published on 21 July 2019.
On a remarkable day, Fatoumata Kourouma, an 18-year-old student from Guinea, gave birth to her first child just minutes before her national exam. The exam was scheduled to start at a specific time, but Fatoumata's labor began unexpectedly, forcing her to rush to the hospital for delivery.
According to BBC, Fatoumata was rushed to the hospital where she gave birth to her child. After a quick recovery, she was back at the exam venue within 30 minutes, ready to take her test.
Speaking to the press, Fatoumata said, "I told myself that I had to take the exam, and after giving birth, I felt empowered to return to the exam and fulfill my dream."
Her partner was overjoyed by her determination and praised her as a strong and courageous woman.
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