CalEvents:Nov/Nov 18
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Notable events for November 18
Date
Event
Significance
November 18, 1977
Southern Africa Development Coordination Conference (SADCC) formation proposal
On this day, the formation of the Southern Africa Development Coordination Conference (SADCC) was proposed, which later became the Southern African Development Community (SADC). This organization aimed to promote regional economic cooperation and reduce dependence on South Africa during apartheid.
November 18, 1993
Nigerian writer Ken Saro-Wiwa arrested
On this day, Nigerian environmental activist and writer Ken Saro-Wiwa was arrested by the Nigerian government. Saro-Wiwa was a leading figure in the fight against environmental degradation in the Niger Delta caused by multinational oil companies, highlighting environmental and human rights issues in Africa.
November 18, 2003
Haitian political unrest begins
On this day, political unrest erupted in Haiti as opposition groups protested against then-President Jean-Bertrand Aristide’s government. This unrest would eventually lead to Aristide's ousting and further political instability in the country.
November 18, 2017
Mugabe agrees to resign as president of Zimbabwe
On this day, Robert Mugabe, who had ruled Zimbabwe for nearly four decades, agreed to resign as president after days of protests and military intervention. Mugabe’s resignation marked the end of his controversial leadership and opened a new chapter in Zimbabwe’s political history.
November 18, 2019
African Development Bank launches African Economic Outlook report
On this day, the African Development Bank launched its African Economic Outlook report, highlighting economic trends, growth, and challenges facing African nations. This annual report serves as a crucial tool for policymakers and stakeholders working toward sustainable development in Africa.