CalEvents:May/May 10
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Notable events for May 10
Date
Event
Significance
May 10, 1837
Birth of Pinckney Benton Stewart Pinchback, first African-American governor
On this day, Pinckney Benton Stewart Pinchback, who would become the first African-American governor of a U.S. state (Louisiana), was born. His tenure was brief, but it marked a historic achievement in African-American political representation during Reconstruction.
May 10, 1909
Establishment of the South African Native National Congress (SANNC)
On this day, the South African Native National Congress (later renamed the African National Congress, or ANC) was founded to fight for the rights of Black South Africans. The organization became the central force in the struggle against apartheid.
May 10, 1950
Randall Robinson, African-American activist, born
On this day, Randall Robinson, a prominent African-American civil rights activist and founder of TransAfrica, was born. Robinson's advocacy for U.S. foreign policy reforms and his efforts to end apartheid in South Africa and promote social justice globally made him a significant figure in Pan-African and African-American history.
May 10, 1957
Kwame Nkrumah elected first prime minister of Ghana
On this day, Kwame Nkrumah, a key figure in Africa's independence movements, was elected as the first prime minister of Ghana. Nkrumah’s election marked a significant step in the country's transition from colonial rule to independence, which was achieved in 1957.
May 10, 1973
Stevie Wonder releases *Innervisions*
On this day, Stevie Wonder released his groundbreaking album *Innervisions*, which included social and political commentary on issues such as race relations and inequality in America. The album became a classic and solidified Wonder’s status as one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century.
May 10, 1994
Nelson Mandela inaugurated as president of South Africa
On this day, Nelson Mandela was inaugurated as the first Black president of South Africa in a ceremony that marked the end of apartheid. Mandela’s presidency symbolized a new era of democracy, freedom, and racial reconciliation in the country.
May 10, 2017
Somalia elects Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed as president
On this day, Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed, commonly known as "Farmaajo," was elected as the president of Somalia. His election came during a time of political instability and ongoing conflicts in Somalia, and he pledged to focus on improving security and governance.