CalEvents:Jan/Jan 5

Notable events for January 5

Date

Event

Significance

January 5, 1911

Founding of Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity

Kappa Alpha Psi, one of the nine historically Black fraternities and sororities known as the "Divine Nine," was founded on this day at Indiana University. The organization played a critical role in fostering leadership and academic excellence within the African-American community.

January 5, 1943

George Washington Carver dies

George Washington Carver passed away on this day. His legacy as an agricultural scientist and educator had a lasting impact on African-American history, with his innovations contributing to sustainable farming and economic progress for Black farmers.

January 5, 1974

United States lifts the embargo on Ethiopia

The U.S. lifted its arms embargo on Ethiopia, which had been in place due to Cold War geopolitics. The shift in relations influenced Ethiopia’s internal politics and its involvement in African regional conflicts.

January 5, 1991

UN launches airlift to aid Somalia

The United Nations launched an airlift to provide humanitarian aid to Somalia, which was experiencing civil war and famine. This marked one of the early international interventions in Somalia, underscoring the global focus on peacekeeping in Africa.

January 5, 2003

Kenya’s Mwai Kibaki sworn in as president

Mwai Kibaki was sworn in as the third president of Kenya, succeeding Daniel arap Moi. His election marked a peaceful transition of power and represented a move toward democratic governance and reform in the country.

January 5, 2015

Protests in Egypt against the government of Abdel Fattah el-Sisi

Protests erupted in Egypt against the government of President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, reflecting ongoing dissatisfaction with the political situation in post-Arab Spring Egypt. The protests were part of broader regional struggles for democratic governance and human rights.

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