CalEvents:Oct/Oct 8
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Notable events for October 8
Date
Event
Significance
October 8, 1895
Queen Mother Yaa Asantewaa leads Ashanti resistance against British forces
On this day, Queen Mother Yaa Asantewaa of the Ashanti Empire (modern-day Ghana) led the Ashanti rebellion against British colonization. She became a symbol of resistance and African women’s leadership in the struggle against colonialism.
October 8, 1970
Fidel Castro declares solidarity with African liberation movements
On this day, Cuban leader Fidel Castro delivered a speech declaring solidarity with African liberation movements. Cuba played an important role in supporting independence movements in Angola, Mozambique, and other African nations fighting for freedom from colonial powers.
October 8, 1993
Nelson Mandela wins the Nobel Peace Prize
On this day, Nelson Mandela was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize alongside F.W. de Klerk for their efforts in ending apartheid in South Africa and establishing a democratic government. This event marked global recognition of Mandela’s contributions to peace and justice.
October 8, 2004
UN peacekeepers deployed to the Darfur region of Sudan
On this day, UN peacekeepers were deployed to the Darfur region of Sudan to address the ongoing humanitarian crisis caused by civil war. This deployment marked an international effort to stabilize the region and protect civilians from widespread violence.
October 8, 2015
International Criminal Court (ICC) issues arrest warrant for warlord Dominic Ongwen
On this day, the International Criminal Court (ICC) issued an arrest warrant for Ugandan warlord Dominic Ongwen, a former commander in the Lord’s Resistance Army. Ongwen was charged with war crimes and crimes against humanity, reflecting global efforts to hold African war criminals accountable.
October 8, 2019
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed awarded the Nobel Peace Prize
On this day, Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed was announced as the Nobel Peace Prize laureate for his efforts in resolving the border conflict with Eritrea, promoting peace, and advancing political reforms in Ethiopia.