CalEvents:Oct/Oct 10
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Notable events for October 10
Date
Event
Significance
October 10, 1901
Birth of Frantz Fanon
On this day, Frantz Fanon, a prominent intellectual and revolutionary, was born in Martinique. Fanon is best known for his works on decolonization and the psychology of colonialism, including his seminal book "The Wretched of the Earth," which had a profound impact on anti-colonial movements worldwide.
October 10, 1957
Ghana joins the United Nations
On this day, Ghana, the first African country to gain independence from colonial rule, was admitted as a member of the United Nations. Ghana’s admission marked a symbolic moment for Africa’s growing presence on the global stage during the post-colonial era.
October 10, 1987
Thomas Sankara assassinated
On this day, Thomas Sankara, the revolutionary leader and president of Burkina Faso, was assassinated in a military coup. Sankara was known for his radical policies of self-reliance, anti-imperialism, and women's rights, and his death was a major blow to progressive movements across Africa.
October 10, 1995
Million Man March planning announced
On this day, the Nation of Islam, led by Louis Farrakhan, announced the planning of the Million Man March in Washington, D.C. The event, which took place later in the month, aimed to bring attention to issues of civil rights, unity, and the responsibilities of African-American men in society.
October 10, 2010
Kenya begins implementing new constitution
On this day, Kenya officially began the implementation of its new constitution, which had been approved through a national referendum. The new constitution represented a major political and legal shift for the country, aiming to decentralize power and strengthen democratic governance.
October 10, 2013
Rwanda elected to the United Nations Security Council
On this day, Rwanda was elected as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council. This election marked Rwanda’s growing influence in international politics and its leadership role in African peacekeeping and conflict resolution efforts.