Yohannan is from Virginia. She became interested in journalism witnessing the limited reporting in her home country, Ethiopia, and learning how important and powerful journalism is. She serves as editor-in-chief of The Verdict, her school's newspaper, where she spends her time growing as a writer and helping newcomers grow as writers, as well. She hopes to pursue a career as a political journalist. She spends her free time traveling, reading, and spending time with friends.