- 1966 — The South African Border War begins with the battle at Omugulugwombashe in South West Africa.
- 1960 — South Africa declares a state of emergency following the Sharpeville Massacre.
- 1940 — Chad becomes the first French colony to join the Allies under Félix Éboué, France's first Black colonial governor.
- 1914 — The German colony of Togoland surrenders to French and British forces after a 20-day campaign.
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August 26
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Heroes' Day
Marks the start of the armed struggle against South African rule in 1966.
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Tupe tupate, tumtupie Tapu.
Swahili (Kenya)
Translation: Give (it) to us so we can have (it) in order to pass (it) on to Tapu.
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