CalEvents:Nov/Nov 10
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Notable events for November 10
Date
Event
Significance
November 10, 1961
Achille Mbembe, influential African philosopher and scholar, born
On this day, Achille Mbembe, one of Africa's leading philosophers and postcolonial theorists, was born in Cameroon. Mbembe's work on African history, politics, and postcolonialism has had a profound influence on global scholarship related to the African diaspora and postcolonial studies.
November 10, 1995
Nigerian writer and activist Ken Saro-Wiwa executed
On this day, Ken Saro-Wiwa, a Nigerian environmental activist and writer, was executed by the military regime of Sani Abacha. His execution led to international condemnation and brought global attention to environmental and human rights abuses in Nigeria, particularly in the oil-rich Niger Delta.
November 10, 2001
National African American Veterans Memorial unveiled
On this day, the National African American Veterans Memorial was unveiled in Washington, D.C., honoring the contributions and sacrifices of African Americans in the U.S. military throughout history. This memorial highlighted the often-overlooked role of Black soldiers in American wars.
November 10, 2012
Malian rebels sign peace deal with government
On this day, the Malian government signed a peace deal with Tuareg rebels in northern Mali, marking a step toward resolving the conflict that had destabilized the region. This was a significant event in West African history as it aimed to restore peace after years of insurgency.
November 10, 2019
Protests against police brutality intensify in Kenya
On this day, protests against police brutality in Kenya escalated following the killing of a young man by police. The protests highlighted the ongoing issues of police violence in Kenya, part of a broader movement for justice and accountability across Africa.
November 10, 2020
Ethiopia’s Tigray conflict intensifies
On this day, the conflict in Ethiopia's Tigray region escalated as the federal government launched a major offensive against the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF). This conflict had far-reaching humanitarian and political consequences, not only for Ethiopia but for the Horn of Africa.