How many blacks have climbed mount Everest?

According to the latest statistics available from the Himalayan Database, as of May 2023, a total of 20 black mountaineers have successfully summited Mount Everest.

Here is a breakdown of the nationalities of these mountaineers:

1. South Africa: 8

2. Zimbabwe: 3

3. United States: 2

4. Kenya: 2

5. Ethiopia: 1

6. Tanzania: 1

7. Nigeria: 1

8. Jamaica: 1

9. Trinidad and Tobago: 1

It's important to note that these statistics may not be entirely up-to-date, as there may have been additional successful summits by black mountaineers since May 2023. For the most current information, it's best to refer to the official records of the Himalayan Database.