CalEvents:Oct/Oct 29
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Notable events for October 29
Date
Event
Significance
October 29, 1958
Guinea joins the United Nations
On this day, Guinea was officially admitted to the United Nations following its independence from France. Guinea, led by Ahmed Sékou Touré, became a symbol of African sovereignty and played an active role in Pan-African politics during the early decolonization period.
October 29, 1969
OAU's first conference on refugee problems in Africa
On this day, the Organization of African Unity (OAU) held its first conference focusing on the refugee crisis across Africa. The event was crucial in highlighting the impact of wars and conflicts in Africa and the importance of collective efforts to address refugee issues on the continent.
October 29, 1971
First president of Zaire, Mobutu Sese Seko, begins his "Authenticity Campaign"
On this day, Mobutu Sese Seko launched the "Authenticity Campaign" in Zaire (now the Democratic Republic of the Congo). The campaign was aimed at promoting African culture and removing colonial influences by encouraging the use of African names and clothing.
October 29, 1985
South African forces attack ANC base in Botswana
On this day, South African apartheid forces attacked an African National Congress (ANC) base in Botswana, killing several people. This was part of the South African government's efforts to suppress anti-apartheid resistance, which extended beyond its borders.
October 29, 1998
First war crimes tribunal for Rwanda begins in Arusha, Tanzania
On this day, the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR) began its first trial in Arusha, Tanzania. This tribunal was set up to prosecute those responsible for the 1994 Rwandan genocide, marking a historic moment in international justice and accountability for African war crimes.
October 29, 2002
Angolan President José Eduardo dos Santos re-elected
On this day, José Eduardo dos Santos was re-elected as president of Angola. His presidency was marked by the end of the Angolan Civil War and significant post-war reconstruction efforts in the country.