Construction Amr ibn al-As Mosque began in Egypt.

Ramadan24, 20 AH August 27, 641 CE

20 AH - The start of the construction of the Mosque of Amr ibn al-As in Fustat, thus becoming the first mosque built in Egypt and in the entire African continent.

Oil Embargo, 24th of Ramadan 1393 AH October 21, 1973, CE

On this day in the year 1393 AH, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, and Dubai completely halted oil exports to the United States and the Netherlands, in solidarity with Egypt and Syria in their battle against the Israeli occupiers

Death of Abu Lahab, 24th of Ramadan in the year 2 AH March 20, 624 CE

 On the 24th of Ramadan, 2 AH, Abu Lahab, the Prophet Muhammad's (peace be upon him) uncle, passed away. Known for his handsome appearance and red complexion, he succumbed to an infectious disease called "lens disease" seven nights after the Battle of Badr. Due to fear of infection, no one approached him, and his burial was conducted without direct contact. His death fulfilled the severe fate mentioned in the Holy Quran.

Death of Ibn Khaldun Ramadan 24, 808 AH, March 22, 1406 CE

 In 808 AH, March 22, 1406 CE, the renowned scholar Ibn Khaldun passed away. Born in Tunisia, he served in various courts across North Africa and Al-Andalus, including roles as a scribe, secretary, and prime minister. His political maneuvers often involved betrayals and shifting allegiances, leading to multiple imprisonments and exiles. Ibn Khaldun eventually became widely respected for his intellect and contributions to history and sociology, despite his tumultuous political career.