William E. B. Du Bois
William E. B. Du Bois was a prominent Afro-American civil rights activist, sociologist, and historian who played a significant role in the early 20th century Pan-African movement. He moved to Ghana in 1961 at the invitation of President Kwame Nkrumah, where he continued his work advocating for the rights and identity of people of African descent. Du Bois is remembered for his profound contributions to the understanding of race, culture, and the African diaspora, and his legacy is honored in Ghana as a symbol of the enduring connection between Africa and its diaspora.
Born on Feb 23, 1868 (158 years old)
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William E. B. Du Bois was a prominent African American activist who moved to Ghana in 1961 and advocated for the Pan-African movement.
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