CalEvents:Jul/Jul 12
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Notable events for Jul 12
Date
Event
Significance
July 12, 1787
Birth of Henry Highland Garnet, abolitionist and minister
On this day, Henry Highland Garnet, an African-American abolitionist, minister, and advocate for Black liberation, was born. Garnet was a prominent figure in the fight against slavery and an early proponent of African American emigration to Africa as a means of escaping racial oppression in the United States.
July 12, 1964
Malawi becomes a republic
On this day, Malawi, which had gained independence in 1964, became a republic with Hastings Banda as its first president. Banda's presidency marked a significant step in the establishment of Malawi's sovereignty, though his regime was later criticized for authoritarian practices.
July 12, 1973
Chadian Civil War escalates
On this day, the conflict in Chad between the Chadian government and various rebel groups escalated, drawing regional and international attention. The Chadian Civil War was one of the many post-colonial conflicts in Africa, involving complex ethnic, political, and international dynamics.
July 12, 1984
Jesse Jackson speaks at the Democratic National Convention
On this day, Jesse Jackson gave a groundbreaking speech at the Democratic National Convention, becoming the first African-American to seriously contend for a major U.S. political party’s nomination for president. His candidacy inspired many in the African-American community and brought civil rights issues to the forefront of national politics.
July 12, 1994
End of the Rwandan Genocide
On this day, the Rwandan Patriotic Front (RPF) officially declared victory, effectively bringing an end to the Rwandan Genocide. The genocide, which began in April of 1994, resulted in the deaths of an estimated 800,000 Tutsis and moderate Hutus, and its conclusion marked a pivotal moment in Rwanda's history.
July 12, 1998
Death of Fela Kuti, Nigerian musician and activist
On this day, Fela Kuti, a legendary Nigerian musician, political activist, and pioneer of Afrobeat music, passed away. Fela's music and activism were closely tied to Pan-Africanism and the struggle for human rights and social justice in Nigeria and Africa as a whole.
July 12, 2016
Black Lives Matter protests continue after police shootings
On this day, Black Lives Matter protests continued across the United States after a series of police shootings of African-American men, including the deaths of Alton Sterling and Philando Castile. The protests were part of a broader movement advocating for racial justice and an end to police violence against Black communities.