CalEvents:Dec/Dec 3
From Sankofapedia
Notable events for December 3
Date
Event
Significance
December 3, 1854
Eureka Rebellion in Australia
While an Australian event, the Eureka Rebellion indirectly influenced democratic movements worldwide, including in African colonies seeking independence, inspiring resistance against colonial rule and the fight for rights among oppressed groups.
December 3, 1888
Slavery abolished in Brazil
Brazil was the last country in the Americas to abolish slavery, marking a significant moment in the African diaspora’s fight for freedom. The end of slavery in Brazil contributed to ongoing struggles for racial equality among Afro-Brazilians.
December 3, 1967
First successful heart transplant performed by Dr. Christiaan Barnard in South Africa
Dr. Christiaan Barnard performed the world's first human heart transplant in Cape Town, South Africa. This medical milestone brought global attention to South Africa, highlighting the stark contrasts between medical advances and apartheid’s injustices.
December 3, 1979
Rhodesia officially becomes Zimbabwe
The transition from Rhodesia to Zimbabwe marked the end of white-minority rule and the beginning of Robert Mugabe’s leadership after a long struggle for independence, which was a key moment in Pan-African history.
December 3, 1984
UN General Assembly adopts resolution on apartheid in South Africa
The resolution increased international pressure on the South African apartheid regime, strengthening global support for the anti-apartheid movement led by figures like Nelson Mandela and Desmond Tutu.
December 3, 1992
UN peacekeepers sent to Somalia in Operation Restore Hope
The United Nations deployed peacekeepers to Somalia in an effort to restore order amidst the ongoing civil war and humanitarian crisis, reflecting the complex challenges facing post-colonial African nations.
December 3, 2019
Gambia files a case against Myanmar at the International Court of Justice
The Gambia, an African nation, led the international legal fight against Myanmar for the alleged genocide of Rohingya Muslims, demonstrating Africa’s growing role in global human rights advocacy.