CalEvents:Jan/Jan 11

Notable events for January 11

Date

Event

Significance

January 11, 1902

Birth of Maurice Bishop, Grenadian revolutionary leader

Maurice Bishop, born on this day, led the 1979 revolution in Grenada and became the Prime Minister. His government promoted socialist reforms and aligned with other Pan-African movements until his assassination in 1983.

January 11, 1962

Nelson Mandela leaves South Africa to seek support for the anti-apartheid struggle

Nelson Mandela left South Africa to seek military and political support for the anti-apartheid struggle. His journey helped bring international awareness to the injustices of apartheid, strengthening global solidarity for the liberation movement.

January 11, 1964

Zanzibar Revolution begins

The Zanzibar Revolution began on this day, leading to the overthrow of the Sultan’s government and the establishment of a republic. This event was significant in the broader context of decolonization in Africa and led to the eventual union of Zanzibar and Tanganyika to form Tanzania.

January 11, 1972

East African Community (EAC) established

The East African Community was officially established to promote economic and political cooperation among Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. This regional partnership aimed to foster Pan-African unity and development.

January 11, 1987

Death of Zora Neale Hurston, African-American writer and anthropologist

Zora Neale Hurston, a leading figure of the Harlem Renaissance, passed away on this day. Her works, including *Their Eyes Were Watching God*, remain significant contributions to African-American literature and cultural history.

January 11, 1994

Angolan government and UNITA sign Lusaka Protocol

The Lusaka Protocol was signed in Angola between the government and UNITA rebels, aiming to end the civil war that had devastated the country. While peace was not fully achieved immediately, the protocol marked an important step toward resolution.

January 11, 2008

Kenya post-election crisis escalates

Kenya's post-election violence escalated on this day after disputed presidential results. The crisis highlighted ethnic tensions in the country and raised concerns about democratic governance in post-colonial Africa.

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