Africa Day Brings to Mind Harsh Past, Bright Future 

Africa Day marks 25th of May every year to commemorate the foundation of the Organization of African Unity (OAU); currently known as the African Union (AU).

The main goal of establishing this organization was to call for the African countries’ independence from the European colonization after the World War II.

In May 1963, 32 independent African countries signed the organization’s contract in Addis Ababa to show solidarity with other occupied ones.

In 2002, the organization’s name turned out to be the African Union and independent member countries increased to 55.

Member states are now cooperating to achieve peace, security, stability and sustainable development at all levels across the continent.

2063 Agenda

In line with Africa day, the African Union released 2063 Agenda to promote sustainable growth, peace and protecting human rights among African people. It’s remarkable that the celebrations this year coincide with Egypt’s presidency of the African Union

Official Holiday

Some countries like Ghana, Zimbabwe, Zambia and Mali consider this day a national official holiday. Other African counties used to decorate streets and raise African flags everywhere.

Some western cities like New York, Dublin, Melbourne, London and Washington also celebrate this day through holding number of cultural events and exhibitions.

Social Media Celebrations

Most of Africans showed their gratitude to belong to this adorable continent. They are proud of their history of struggle before independence and looking forward to a more brighter future.