Africa Day - 25 May 2012

The words Africa Day in bright colours, a sunset in the background

Africa Day is the annual commemoration of the 1963 founding of the Organization of African Unity (OAU), presently recognized as the African Union (AU). The African Union, comprised of 53 member states, has brought together the continent of Africa to collectively address the challenges it has faced, such as armed conflict, climate change, and poverty. Africa Day is a celebration of African unity and culture.

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Africa Day

Information on Africa Day, with reports of previous years' themes and celebrations.

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