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The First Libyan Civil War
The First Libyan Civil War, which erupted in 2011, saw the fall of longtime dictator Muammar Gaddafi's regime after a series of protests inspired by the Arab Spring. The conflict was characterized by intense fighting bet...
Celebrated across Africa on this day
2Historical Events
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Libyan protests opposing Colonel Muammar al-Gaddafi's rule begin, marking the onset of the First Libyan Civil War. -
Angelique Kidjo wins her third Grammy, for the album Sings -
Cyril Ramaphosa is sworn in as South African President, replacing Jacob Zuma. -
Ethiopian Prime Minister Hailemariam Desalegn resigns unexpectedly with the hope of ending years of unrest and political upheaval. -
WTO members choose Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala as Director-General, the first woman and first African in the role
Famous Births
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KS1 Malaika (Sulaimon Alao Adekunle), a Nigerian Fuji musician, is born in Lagos, Nigeria. - 1975 Zwai Bala, a South African Kwaito singer and record producer, is born in Kwa Nobuhle Township, Eastern Cape, South Africa.
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Rita Jeptoo, a Kenyan long-distance runner, is born in Kapsabet, Kenya.
