CalEvents:Nov/Nov 25

Notable events for November 25

Date

Event

Significance

November 25, 1885

King Leopold II of Belgium formally takes control of the Congo Free State

On this day, King Leopold II of Belgium formally assumed control of the Congo Free State. His brutal exploitation of the region’s resources and people resulted in the deaths of millions of Congolese, and it became one of the worst examples of colonial exploitation in African history.

November 25, 1960

Launch of the Ethiopian Airlines first jet service

Ethiopian Airlines launched its first jet service with a Boeing 720B aircraft, symbolizing the nation's advancement in modern aviation. Ethiopian Airlines became a leading airline in Africa, contributing to the continent's connectivity and economic development.

November 25, 1975

Suriname gains independence from the Netherlands

On this day, Suriname officially gained independence from the Netherlands. As part of the African diaspora, Suriname’s independence was a significant moment for decolonization in the Caribbean and the broader global South.

November 25, 1986

Randall Robinson organizes a sit-in at the South African Embassy in Washington, D.C.

Randall Robinson, founder of TransAfrica, organized a sit-in at the South African Embassy in Washington, D.C., in protest of apartheid. This demonstration helped raise international awareness about the apartheid regime and contributed to the eventual global pressure that led to its demise.

November 25, 2006

Launch of the Pan-African Parliament in South Africa

The Pan-African Parliament, an organ of the African Union, held its first session on this day in Midrand, South Africa. The Parliament is a key institution in promoting peace, democracy, and human rights across Africa.

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