August 1, 1834 marked a special day for Africans in British colonies as it was the day they received freedom from slavery. In Jamaica, the Emancipation Declaration was read from the steps of the Old Kings House in Spanish Town, St … [Read more...] about 01 AUG 1834 – JAMAICAN EMANCIPATION DAY
Independence
18 APRIL 1980 – BOB MARLEY AND THE BIRTH OF ZIMBABWE
On April 18 1980, Zimbabwe gained its independence from Britain. To celebrate the occasion, Bob Marley and The Wailers were invited to perform at the official ceremony at Rufaro Stadium in Harare. Bob rejected a performance fee and footed … [Read more...] about 18 APRIL 1980 – BOB MARLEY AND THE BIRTH OF ZIMBABWE