CalEvents:Nov/Nov 7
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Notable events for November 7
Date
Event
Significance
November 7, 1919
The Red Summer: Washington, D.C. race riots conclude
The Red Summer, a period of intense racial violence against African Americans across the U.S., culminated in Washington, D.C. on this day. The riots highlighted racial tensions in post-World War I America and spurred the African-American community's push for civil rights.
November 7, 1987
Ben Ali assumes presidency of Tunisia
On this day, Zine El Abidine Ben Ali came to power in Tunisia after ousting the previous president. His 23-year rule, marked by economic development and political repression, eventually led to the Tunisian Revolution in 2011, which sparked the Arab Spring, a movement that greatly impacted African nations.
November 7, 1994
Nelson Mandela addresses the United Nations General Assembly
On this day, Nelson Mandela, President of South Africa, addressed the United Nations General Assembly for the first time as a leader of a post-apartheid South Africa. His speech symbolized the global recognition of South Africa’s new democratic status after decades of apartheid rule.
November 7, 2000
Alassane Ouattara barred from Ivorian presidential elections
On this day, Alassane Ouattara, future president of Ivory Coast, was barred from running in the presidential election due to nationality disputes. This event sparked political unrest in the country, leading to a civil war and a prolonged political crisis in the West African nation.
November 7, 2006
Africa’s first female head of state, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, wins Nobel Peace Prize
Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, Liberia's president, was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize on this day for her efforts in promoting peace, democracy, and gender equality in Liberia. Her leadership became a symbol of women's empowerment in Africa.
November 7, 2017
Robert Mugabe forced out as president of Zimbabwe
On this day, Robert Mugabe, who had ruled Zimbabwe since its independence in 1980, was ousted from power after a military intervention. His removal ended one of the longest presidencies in African history and was a turning point for Zimbabwe's future political landscape.