What happened on 30 June?
Look at what happened on this day, 30 June in history. From various achievements and milestones throughout human history to groundbreaking inventions and events that shaped the world we live in today.
Here is a look at some of the most notable events that happened on this day
ON THIS DAY: 30 JUNE
1989 | The democratically elected government of President Ahmed al-Mirghani and Prime Minister Sadiq al-Mahdi of Sudan was overthrown by a coup d’état.
1994 | Dr Sipho Mzimela, South Africa’s Minister of Correctional Services, announced that Dimitri Tsafendas, the parliamentary messenger who killed Hendrik Verwoerd on September 6, 1966, was going to be transferred from Pretoria Central Prison to a mental hospital.
2013 | In an effort to put out a wildfire near Yarnell, Arizona, 19 firefighters lost their lives.
2019 | Donald Trump made history by travelling to North Korea as the country’s first sitting president.
2021 | Near Black Canyon City, Arizona, the Tiger Fire started, burning 16,278 acres (6,587 ha) of land until being completely contained on July 30.
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BIRTHS
1958 | British television presenter, journalist and voice coach, Pam Royle.
1984 | American singer-songwriter and actress, Fantasia Barrino.
1989 | Kenyan runner, Asbel Kiprop.
1967 | South African politician, Mike Waters.
1991 | South African swimmer, Kevin Paul.
DEATHS
2001 | American singer-songwriter, guitarist, and producer, Chet Atkins, 77.
2002 | Brazilian medium and author, Chico Xavier, 92.
2013 | Nigerian footballer, Thompson Oliha, 45.
2014 | American businessman, Frank Cashen, 89.
2021 | Indian Film Director and Producer, Raj Kaushal, 50.
SPORTS
2002 | On this day, Brazil won their record fifth World Cup trophy, beating Germany 2-0 at the Yokohama stadium in Japan.
ENTERTAINMENT
2015 | Apple launched a new streaming service, Apple Music.
AFRICA FACT
The Minister for Etiquette and Protocol served in the Songhai Empire, West Africa in the 16th century.
