CalEvents:Nov/Nov 24
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Notable events for November 24
Date
Event
Significance
November 24, 1942
Birth of the African-American author and activist Rita Mae Brown
Rita Mae Brown, an acclaimed author and activist, was born. She is known for her contributions to civil rights, women's rights, and LGBTQ+ movements, and her literary works often touch on issues of race and social justice.
November 24, 1960
Senegal and Mali dissolve their federation
The short-lived Federation of Mali, which comprised Senegal and Mali, was officially dissolved on this day. The dissolution led to both nations establishing themselves as independent republics, marking an important step in post-colonial African state formation.
November 24, 1977
United Nations condemns apartheid with a mandatory arms embargo
On this day, the United Nations General Assembly passed Resolution 418, which imposed a mandatory arms embargo on South Africa in response to its apartheid policies. This move increased international pressure on the South African government to end racial segregation and oppression.
November 24, 1995
Ken Saro-Wiwa's death sparks global protests
After the execution of Nigerian environmental activist Ken Saro-Wiwa and eight others earlier in November, global protests continued on this day. Saro-Wiwa’s execution highlighted the struggle against environmental degradation by oil companies in Nigeria and raised international awareness about human rights abuses in Africa.
November 24, 2005
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf declared winner of Liberian presidential election
On this day, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf was declared the winner of Liberia’s presidential election, becoming the first female elected head of state in Africa. Her victory marked a significant step for women's leadership in Africa and helped Liberia recover from years of civil war.