CalEvents:May/May 6
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Notable events for May 6
Date
Event
Significance
May 6, 1941
Emperor Haile Selassie returns to Ethiopia
On this day, Emperor Haile Selassie of Ethiopia returned to Addis Ababa after a five-year exile, following the defeat of Italian forces in Ethiopia. His return marked the end of the Italian occupation of Ethiopia and symbolized the resilience of African nations resisting colonialism.
May 6, 1950
Gwendolyn Brooks wins Pulitzer Prize
On this day, African-American poet Gwendolyn Brooks became the first Black writer to win the Pulitzer Prize for her poetry collection *Annie Allen*. Brooks’ work focused on African-American life, social issues, and identity, and this recognition marked a major achievement for Black writers in American literature.
May 6, 2007
Kenya’s Wangari Maathai advocates for environmental justice
On this day, Nobel Peace Prize laureate Wangari Maathai from Kenya, continued her advocacy for environmental justice by leading a campaign to plant trees and protect natural resources in Africa. Her work was significant for linking environmental protection with human rights and social justice in the Pan-African context.
May 6, 2015
Nigerian government launches anti-corruption initiative
On this day, the Nigerian government under President Muhammadu Buhari launched an anti-corruption initiative aimed at curbing widespread corruption in the country. This was an important step toward improving governance and restoring public trust in Nigeria’s institutions.
May 6, 2019
Sudanese protests continue for civilian government
On this day, protests in Sudan continued as citizens demanded the establishment of a civilian-led government following the removal of President Omar al-Bashir. The protests were part of a broader movement for democratic reforms and political freedom in Sudan.