CalEvents:Jul/Jul 9
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Notable events for Jul 9
Date
Event
Significance
July 9, 1952
South African women protest apartheid pass laws
On this day, a large group of South African women organized a protest against the apartheid government's pass laws, which restricted the movement of Black South Africans. This protest was an early example of women's leadership in the anti-apartheid movement.
July 9, 1962
Declaration of independence in Burundi
On this day, Burundi formally declared its independence from Belgium. This was part of the wave of decolonization that swept through Africa in the mid-20th century, and it marked the beginning of a new era of self-governance for the country.
July 9, 1971
OPEC includes Nigeria as its first African member
On this day, Nigeria joined the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) as its first African member. This was a significant development for Nigeria’s economy, as it positioned the country as a key player in the global oil market and solidified its economic importance in Africa.
July 9, 1986
Death of Hailu Shawul, Ethiopian politician and freedom fighter
On this day, Hailu Shawul, an Ethiopian politician and freedom fighter who opposed the Derg military regime, passed away. Shawul's resistance efforts were significant in the context of Ethiopia’s struggles for democracy and human rights.
July 9, 2002
Launch of the African Union (AU) Peace and Security Council
On this day, the African Union established its Peace and Security Council, an important organ designed to prevent and resolve conflicts across the continent. This marked a significant step in the AU's efforts to promote stability and security in Africa.
July 9, 2011
South Sudan declares independence
On this day, South Sudan officially declared its independence from Sudan, becoming the world’s newest country. The event marked the culmination of decades of civil war and struggle for autonomy, representing a significant moment in African and global history.
July 9, 2016
Protests in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, following the shooting of Alton Sterling
On this day, large protests erupted in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, following the police shooting of Alton Sterling, an African-American man. The protests were part of the larger Black Lives Matter movement, which sought to address police brutality and systemic racism in the United States.