CalEvents:Sep/Sep 6
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Notable events for Sep 6
Date
Event
Significance
September 6, 1957
Ghana joins the United Nations
On this day, Ghana, the first sub-Saharan African nation to gain independence from colonial rule, joined the United Nations. This marked a significant moment in Africa's post-colonial history and its integration into global diplomacy.
September 6, 1966
South African Prime Minister Hendrik Verwoerd assassinated
On this day, Hendrik Verwoerd, the architect of South Africa's apartheid system, was assassinated in Cape Town. Verwoerd's policies of racial segregation defined the apartheid regime, and his death was seen as a pivotal moment in South Africa’s political history.
September 6, 1973
SWAPO recognized as legitimate representative of Namibians by the UN
On this day, the United Nations General Assembly formally recognized the South West Africa People’s Organization (SWAPO) as the legitimate representative of the Namibian people. This was a major milestone in Namibia's struggle for independence from South African rule.
September 6, 1987
Desmond Tutu becomes Archbishop of Cape Town
On this day, Desmond Tutu was installed as the first Black Archbishop of Cape Town and head of the Anglican Church of Southern Africa. This was a historic moment in both religious and anti-apartheid activism.
September 6, 1992
Mozambican Peace Agreement signed
On this day, the Rome General Peace Accords were signed, ending 16 years of civil war in Mozambique. The peace agreement between the government and RENAMO marked a turning point in the country’s transition to peace and democracy.
September 6, 1996
Fela Kuti's funeral held in Lagos, Nigeria
On this day, legendary Nigerian musician and political activist Fela Kuti’s funeral was held in Lagos. Fela was a pioneer of the Afrobeat genre and used his music to critique Nigeria's military regimes and advocate for human rights across Africa.
September 6, 2007
Rwanda abolishes the death penalty
On this day, Rwanda officially abolished the death penalty. This decision was influenced by the need for reconciliation following the 1994 genocide and allowed the country to cooperate more fully with international legal bodies.