CalEvents:Sep/Sep 22
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Notable events for Sep 22
Date
Event
Significance
September 20, 1895
Booker T. Washington delivers "Atlanta Compromise" speech
On this day, Booker T. Washington delivered his famous "Atlanta Compromise" speech at the Cotton States and International Exposition in Atlanta. In the speech, Washington advocated for African-American self-reliance and vocational training, while accepting segregation in exchange for economic progress. The speech was a pivotal moment in African-American history and influenced debates over Black leadership and strategy during the Jim Crow era.
September 20, 1973
Steve Biko delivers keynote at the South African Students' Organization conference
On this day, Steve Biko, the leader of the Black Consciousness Movement, delivered a powerful keynote address at the South African Students' Organization (SASO) conference. Biko's ideas were central to empowering Black South Africans under apartheid, emphasizing psychological liberation and self-empowerment.
September 20, 1977
Fela Kuti's "Zombie" album released
On this day, Nigerian musician and activist Fela Kuti released his album "Zombie," which criticized the Nigerian military regime for its authoritarianism and brutality. The album became a rallying cry for African resistance against oppressive governments and established Fela Kuti as a symbol of musical activism in Africa.
September 20, 1990
Nelson Mandela meets with U.S. President George H.W. Bush
On this day, Nelson Mandela, recently released from prison, met with U.S. President George H.W. Bush during his tour of the United States to garner international support for the anti-apartheid movement. The meeting symbolized growing global support for Mandela's efforts to end apartheid in South Africa.
September 20, 2002
South African Tourism launches campaign to boost African visitors
On this day, South African Tourism launched a campaign to attract more visitors from other African nations. This move was significant in promoting intra-African travel and tourism as a means of fostering economic growth and Pan-African unity.
September 20, 2014
Sierra Leone begins nationwide Ebola lockdown
On this day, Sierra Leone imposed a nationwide lockdown to combat the Ebola outbreak that was ravaging West Africa. The event was significant in the global fight against Ebola, as international aid and local efforts combined to address one of the deadliest public health crises in African history.
September 20, 2018
Ethiopia and Eritrea re-establish diplomatic relations
On this day, Ethiopia and Eritrea officially reopened their embassies as part of the peace agreement that ended years of conflict and hostility between the two nations. This marked a new chapter in East African diplomacy and regional stability.