CalEvents:Aug/Aug 11
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Notable events for Aug 11
Date
Event
Significance
August 11, 1965
Watts Riots begin in Los Angeles
On this day, the Watts Riots broke out in the African-American neighborhood of Watts, Los Angeles, following the arrest of an African-American man by a white police officer. The riots lasted for six days, highlighting issues of racial inequality, police brutality, and poverty in the U.S.
August 11, 1972
Idi Amin expels Asians from Uganda
On this day, Ugandan dictator Idi Amin ordered the expulsion of approximately 50,000 Asians, primarily of Indian descent, from Uganda. Amin’s decision significantly impacted the country’s economy and ethnic relations, and the expelled Asians migrated to countries such as the UK, Canada, and India.
August 11, 1989
Angola and South Africa sign peace agreement
On this day, Angola and South Africa signed a peace agreement, ending years of conflict between the two countries. The agreement helped to reduce regional tensions and was a step toward peace in southern Africa during the late stages of apartheid in South Africa.
August 11, 1999
Death of Jean-Bédel Bokassa, former emperor of the Central African Republic
On this day, Jean-Bédel Bokassa, the former self-declared emperor of the Central African Republic, passed away. His regime was infamous for its corruption and brutality, and his death marked the end of a controversial chapter in the country's history.
August 11, 2003
Charles Taylor leaves office in Liberia
On this day, Charles Taylor, the president of Liberia, resigned from office under international pressure and went into exile in Nigeria. Taylor's departure was a critical moment in ending the Liberian civil war and setting the stage for peace and reconstruction in the country.
August 11, 2016
Elections held in Zambia amid political tensions
On this day, general elections were held in Zambia amid political tensions between the ruling Patriotic Front and the opposition United Party for National Development. The elections were closely watched as a test of Zambia’s democratic stability.
August 11, 2019
South Africa observes National Women's Day with focus on gender-based violence
On this day, South Africa commemorated National Women's Day, focusing on the fight against gender-based violence in the country. The day highlighted the ongoing struggles faced by women in South Africa, particularly in relation to violence and inequality.