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The Mali War
The Mali War unfolded as a complex conflict in West Africa, characterized by a confluence of ethnic tensions, political instability, and the rise of extremist groups. Beginning in 2012, when Tuareg rebels, backed by jiha...
Celebrated across Africa on this day
3Historical Events
4- 1953 Egyptian Premier General Naguib disbands all political parties.
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Muammar Gaddafi takes over rule of Libya four months after leading a coup against the monarchy. -
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf is sworn in as Liberia's president, becoming Africa's first female elected head of state. - 2012 The Mali War begins when Tuareg militias start fighting the Malian government for independence.
Famous Births
2- 1959 Sade (Helen Folasade Adu), a Nigerian singer and songwriter, is born.
- 1978 Nini Wacera, a Kenyan actress, is born.
Famous Deaths
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Laurent Kabila, the president of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, is assassinated by one of his bodyguards. -
2022 – Ibrahim Boubacar Keita, Former Malian President, dies. -
Ibrahim Boubacar Keita, Former Malian President, dies.
