Gambia: Hoyantan, Double Tyson Fight Slated for Saturday

Wakanda News Details

Gambia: Hoyantan, Double Tyson Fight Slated for Saturday

[The Point] In what is anticipated to be a mouthwatering event, organised by Jebel Wrestling Promotion will see what is described as the clash of the titans between the King of the Gambian arena Hoyantan facing off in a fight against the king of Saloum in Senegal, Double Tyson this Saturday at the Independence Stadium in Bakau.

Source: allAfrica.com

You may also like

Whitney Young Jr., National Urban League director,

Whitney M. Young, Jr. was Executive Director of the National Urban League from 1961 until his tragic, untimely death in 1971. He worked tireless to bring the races together, and joined the tenets of social work, of which he was an outstanding practitioner, to the social activism that brought the

fave

Source: Blackfacts.com

Feb

11

1971

Larry Holmes is a retired professional boxer who was the WBC Heavyweight Champion from 1978 to 1983. Holmes was also the Ring Heavyweight Champion from 1980 to 1985, and the IBF Heavyweight Champion from 1980 to 1985. Holmes is considered by many to be one of the greatest heavyweights of all

fave

Source: Black History Resources

Mar

21

1973

Moore's Ford Lynching

During the late afternoon of the 25th of July 1946 four African-Americans were shot dead by a lynch mob at Moores Ford, Walton county, Georgia, about eight miles from the town of Monroe. The grotesquely sprawled bodies of the victims--the Coroner said at least sixty bullets were pumped into

fave

Source: Blackfacts.com

Jul

25

1946

Richard Pryor was a popular American stand-up comedian and one of the most influential entertainers of his time. He was born on December 1, 1940, in Peoria, Illinois. He had a troubled childhood; his mother worked as a prostitute and his father was a bartender, boxer and World War veteran. His

fave

Source: Black History Resources

Dec

1

1940

This West African nation on the Gulf of Guinea, between Togo on the west and Nigeria on the east, is about the size of Tennessee. It is bounded by Burkina Faso and Niger on the north. The land consists of a narrow coastal strip that rises to a swampy, forested plateau and then to highlands in the

fave

Source: Fact Monster - Black History

Mar

13

2011

Jackson, James Lloyd (1920-2008)

James Lloyd Jackson was one of the little known heroes of the D-Day Landing at Normandy Beach in France in 1944. Jackson was born in Lakeland, Florida on February 25, 1920 to Essie May Holly and Amos Jackson. He graduated from Lakeland High School in 1938. For the next five years he worked for the

fave

Source: Black Past

Dec

27

1953

Black Leaders Protested Discrimination

Black leaders protested discrimination in the armed forces and war industries at a White House meeting with President Roosevelt.

fave

Source: Blackfacts.com

Sep

27

1940

Heavy weight boxer Jimmy Ellis born

Former world heavyweight boxing champion Jimmy Ellis was born James Albert Ellis in Louisville, Kentucky. Ellis won the World Boxing Association title after beating Jerry Quarry in April 1968.

fave

Source: Blackfacts.com

Feb

24

1940

Since Eritreas independence, Eritrea and Ethiopia had disagreed about the exact demarcation of their borders, and in May 1998, Eritrea initiated border clashes that developed into a full-scale war that left more than 80,000 dead and further destroyed both countries ailing economies. After a costly

fave

Source: Fact Monster - Black History

The French abolish Slavery in all there territories, 1848

The French abolish Slavery in all there territories, 1848

fave

Source: Blackfacts.com

Sep

16

1848

Col. B. O.Davis Jr.

Col. B.O. Davis Jr. assumed command of Lockbourne Air Force Base, Ohio.The Tuskegee Airmen are the black pilots, bombardiers, navigators and support personnel trained during World War II. The fighter pilots of the 99th Fighter Squadron and the 332nd Fighter Group of the U.S. Army Air Corps, led by

fave

Source: Blackfacts.com

Mar

13

1946

George Foreman, two-time heavyweight boxing champion, was born in Marshall, TX.

George Foreman, two-time heavyweight boxing champion, was born in Marshall, TX. In a 1973 Kingston, Jamaica bout, he defeated Joe Frazier to receive the haveyweight championship. Foreman kept the title for 22 months until losing it to Muhammad Ali.

fave

Source: Blackfacts.com

Jan

22

1948

African American History (slavery)

Pedro Alonzo Nino, navigator of the Santa Maria, arrives with the explorer Christopher Columbus. African servants, slaves, and explorers come to the Western Hemisphere with the first Spanish French Explorers.

fave

Source: Blackfacts.com

Jan

0

1492

John James Audubon born in Haiti to an African Car

John James Audubon born in Haiti to an African Caribbean mother and a French father.

fave

Source: Blackfacts.com

Apr

26

1785

Namibia gains independence

The History of NamibiaThe country has ever since that historical day; 21 March 1990 enjoyed peace, stability and progress in many ways. Namibia is also known as the smile of Africa because, of its geographical position and the friendliness and warmth of its citizens. Currently the country has

fave

Source: Blackfacts.com

Mar

21

1990

The Military Makes Advancements

Tenth Cavalry made charge at El Caney and relieved Theodore Roosevelts Rough Riders. Four Black regiments in regular army were conspicuous in fighting around Santiago in Spanish-American War. Sixteen regiments of Black volunteers were recruited during the war.

fave

Source: Blackfacts.com

Jul

1

1898

Muhammad Ali Loses Boxing Championship Recognition

World Boxing Association and New York State Athletic Commission withdrew recognition of Muhammad Ali as world heavyweight boxing champion because of his refusal to serve in the U.S. armed forces.

fave

Source: Blackfacts.com

Apr

28

1967

Beah, Ishmael (1980– )

Ishmael Beah is a Sierra Leonean author and human rights activist who rose to fame with his personal history, A Long Way Gone: Memoirs of a Boy Solider. Beah was born on November 23, 1980, in Mattru Jong, Bonthe District, Sierra Leone, in West Africa. The Sierra Leone Civil War started in March

fave

Source: Black Past

Nov

23

1980

Jacques Dominique Wilkins, 39, basketball player, born Paris, France, Jan 12, 1960

fave

Source: Blackfacts.com

Jan

12

1960

Blacks fought in the battles of 1812

Blacks fought in the land and water battles of the War of 1812. A large number of Black sailors fought with Matthew Perry and Isaac Chauncey in the battles on the upper lakes and were particularly effective at the Battle of Lake Erie. Two battalions of Black soldiers were with Andrew Jackson when

fave

Source: Blackfacts.com

Dec

18

1814

Ellas Neau, a French immigrant, opens the Carechism Schoolfor black slaves in

Ellas Neau, a French immigrant, opens the Carechism School for black slaves in New York City with help from the Society for the Propagation of the Gospel in Foreign Parts; by 1708 he is instructing more than 200 pupils.

fave

Source: Blackfacts.com

Jan

0

1704

A Quena woman was shown in Europe as a circus

A Quena woman was shown in Europe as a circus

fave

Source: Blackfacts.com

Jan

0

1815

In Nov. 1980, João Bernardo Vieira headed a military coup that deposed Luis Cabral, president since 1974. In his 19 years of rule, Vieira was criticized for crony capitalism and corruption and for failing to alleviate the poverty of Guinea-Bissau, one of the worlds poorest countries. Vieira also

fave

Source: Fact Monster - Black History

France enters the Atlantic slave trade

France enters the Atlantic slave trade.

fave

Source: Blackfacts.com

Jan

0

1624

Henry Armstrong, the only boxer to hold three boxing titles simultaneously, is

Henry Armstrong, the only boxer to hold three boxing titles simultaneously, is born in Columbus, Ohio

fave

Source: Blackfacts.com

Dec

2

1912

Sugar Ray Robinson dies

Sugar Ray Robinson, five-time winner of the world middleweight boxing championship and unbeaten welterweight champion, dies.

fave

Source: Blackfacts.com

Apr

12

1989

Heavyweight Boxer John Tate born

Birthday of heavyweight boxer John Tate, who was born in Marion City, Arkansas. Tate won the vacant World Boxing Association title in 1979 from South African Gerrie Coetzee.

fave

Source: Blackfacts.com

Jan

29

1955

Boxer Sugar Ray Leonard born

Sugar Ray Leonard

fave

Source: Blackfacts.com

May

17

1956

Agrippa Hull: Revolutionary Patriot

In the following article, University of California at Los Angeles historian Gary B. Nash describes little-known Revolutionary War soldier who was attached by General George Washington to serve with Polish military engineer Tadeuz Kosciuszko. This account is part of a larger history of three

fave

Source: Black Past

May

21

1848

Aha- First Dynastic King of Egypt

Ka Ma Ma ha, or Narmer Mena (Menes of the Greeks), was born to a petty king of Upper Egypt (Southern Egypt) around 3200BC. Not much is known of Ahas father other than he was ruler in Egypts southern lands where the totemic symbol of the Horus-falcon was prevalent. Most probably Ahas family bore

fave

Source: Blackfacts.com

Jan

0

1998

More from allAfrica.com

Sudan: Death of Protester (16) in Sudan Sparks Outrage At Home and Abroad

Kenya: Private Sector Activity Deteriorates in February As Inflation Bites

Angola: French President Expected Thursday in Angola for Official Visit

Rwanda: Gospel Singer Tuyi Expresses Gratitude in New Song

Rwanda: First Lady Launches African Women Leaders Network Rwanda Chapter

Rwanda: Stempower Urges Girls, Women to Embrace Stem Education

Rwanda: Kagame on Arsenal's Impressive Premier League Run

Rwanda: Young Comedian on Future Aspirations in the Industry

Rwanda Targets Rwf2.5 Trillion Investments in Manufacturing Incentives

Rwanda: Kivu Belt Race Added to 2023 Rwanda Cycling Cup Calendar

Rwanda: Burundi Seeks to Learn From Rwanda's Cricket Success Story

Rwanda: Mental Health - Young Activists Take the Discussion to Schools

Rwanda: Prince Kid Legally Weds Miss Rwanda 2017 Elsa Iradukunda

Rwanda: Ferrer to Stay as Amavubi Coach

Malawi: MCP Dares Reverend Munthali to Provide Evidence of Corruption

Nigeria: Did Nigeria's Election Tech Fail or Was It Sabotaged?

Nigeria: Supreme Court Extends Old Naira Notes Validity Till December

Nigeria/Uganda: Afcon U-20 - Nigeria's Flying Eagles Beat Uganda to World Cup Ticket

Uganda: Todwong Defends NRM's Position On Serere By-Election

Rwanda: PM Woos Investors as Govt Extends Incentives for Manufacturers

Rwanda: Gor Mahia's Mckinstry Lauds Bayisenge's Qualities

Rwanda: Kagame Appoints New Minister for Agriculture

Africa: American Cindy Mccain to Head UN World Food Program

Africa: Cheetahs Back to the Drawing Board After TotalEnergies U-20 AFCON Exit

Africa: Senegal U20 Coach Malick Daf Wants More After Semis Feat

Africa: 'We Were Not Lucky' - Benin U20 Star Hassane Imourane

Africa: Nigeria U20 Defender Ogwuche On Cloud Nine Over Semi-Final Place

Africa Urged to Prioritize Investment in STEM

Africa: Lone Star Win Drought in Southern Africa

Africa: Scorpions in Egypt to Set Their Record - Gambia U20 Coach Bojang

Africa: 'We Want to Give More to Our Country' - South Sudan U20 Coach James

Africa: Holders Wydad, Ahly Play Catch up TotalEnergies CAF Cl Fixtures

Africa: How Africa Serves As America's Biological Landfill - Report

Africa: 5th Edition of 'Made-in-Africa Conference' Set to Come Off in Accra

Africa: Macron Vows Era of French Interference in Africa Is Over

Africa: 5 Things You Need to Know About the World's Least Developed Countries

Ghana: 'Freedom and Justice' Should Mean More for the Youth - FNBbank MD

Ghana: Celebrating 66th Independence Anniversary in the Home of 66 Artillery Regiment

Nigeria: #NigeriaDecides2023 - Yiaga Faults Presidential Election Results in Rivers, Imo

Nigeria: Abia Lawmaker Writes Ikpeazu, Seeks Explanation On N27.4 Billion World Bank Funds for Aba Roads

Nigeria: Local Election Observers Urge INEC to Upload Results On IREV Portal

Uganda: Fresh Dairy Revamps 1-Yoghurt-a-Day to Promote Healthier Lifestyle Among Families - allAfrica.com

Uganda: African Development Bank Concludes 2023 Insurer Roadshow to Mobilize Private Capital for Africa

Uganda: Bobi Wine - UPDF Is in a Panic Mood for Fear of Sanctions, How Can We Abduct Our Own Supporters?

Zimbabwe: Fastjet Adds New Fleet

Zimbabwe Now Food Secure - Basera

Zimbabwe: Delegation From Russian Industrial Hub Forges Strong Ties With Zimbabwe

South Africa: Tabloid Newspapers Are Seen As Sensationalist - but South Africa's Daily Sun Flipped That Script During Covid-19

South Africa: Shades of Grey - FATF Lists South Africa and Nigeria

Africa: Fresh commitment, investment needed to achieve SDGs in Africa

Lifestyle Facts

Blackfacts BETA RELEASE 11.5.3
(Production Environment)