June 28 in African History: Groundbreaking Events That Shaped the Continent Forever
Today in African History: June 28 1. Establishment of the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (1994) On June 28, 1994, the United Nations Security Council passed Resolution 935, which laid the groundwork for the establishment of the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR). The tribunal was created in response to the Rwandan genocide that occurred […]
June 20th in African History: Celebrating Independence, Refugee Resilience, and the End of Apartheid
Today in African History: June 20th 1. Independence Day of Mali and Senegal (1960) On June 20, 1960, two African nations, Mali and Senegal, gained their independence from French colonial rule. This date marks the culmination of a long struggle for freedom and self-determination for the people of these countries. 2. The African Refugee Day […]