CalEvents:Nov/Nov 26
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Notable events for November 26
Date
Event
Significance
November 26, 1924
First Pan-African Congress held in New York City
On this day, the Pan-African Congress convened in New York City, marking a significant moment in the Pan-African movement. The Congress addressed issues related to colonialism and the struggle for the rights and freedoms of Africans and those of African descent globally.
November 26, 1965
Jamaica bans apartheid through national legislation
Jamaica officially passed legislation banning any support or investment related to apartheid in South Africa. This was a significant move by a Caribbean nation in the broader international fight against the South African apartheid regime.
November 26, 1983
Patrice Lumumba University renamed in honor of African independence leader
On this day, the Patrice Lumumba University in Moscow was renamed to commemorate Lumumba's legacy as a symbol of African independence. It continued to serve as a place where students from Africa and the Global South could pursue higher education.
November 26, 1992
Somali Civil War escalates leading to increased international involvement
On this day, the civil war in Somalia escalated, leading to greater international concern and involvement. This conflict resulted in large-scale displacement of people, marking a significant humanitarian crisis in Africa during the 1990s.
November 26, 2000
National Reconciliation Commission established in Ghana
The Ghanaian government established the National Reconciliation Commission to investigate and address past human rights abuses, particularly during periods of military rule. This was a key step in promoting national healing and justice in post-colonial Ghana.