The history of Africa Day is deeply rooted in the liberation movements that marked the 20th century. The starting point was in 1958, when the Congress of African States was held for the first time, a ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Beneath the official celebrations, discussions about what liberation truly means continue to unfold across Africa [File: Getty ...

Africa Day commemorates the historic day in 1963 when 32 African nations came together to form the Organisation of African Unity (OAU). This organisation, later transformed into the African Union (AU) ...

May 25 marks Africa Day, a moment to celebrate the continent’s richness, reflect on shared progress, and take action. Here’s everything you need to know about how we’re celebrating Africa Day across ...

In honor of the contributions Africans have made to central Ohio, Columbus leaders commemorated Africa Day — a widely celebrated anniversary of the success and independence of African countries — ...

The interactive, family-friendly event Teaching Africa Day returns for its ninth year to raise students’ awareness of the arts and history of Africa. The daylong event will be hosted in the ...

May 25th marks Africa Day, a moment to celebrate the continent’s richness, reflect on shared progress, and take action. Here’s everything you need to know about how we’re celebrating Africa Day in the ...

On the occasion of Africa Day, I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to the peoples and nations of Africa. Africa Day commemorates the historic meeting held on 25 May 1963 in Addis Ababa ...

pt. 1. The time of awakening -- Africa and the origin of humanity -- pt. 2. The age of literacy -- Africa and the beginning of civilization -- The rise of Kemet/Egypt -- The elements of early African ...

Africa has been home to some of the most remarkable leaders in history, whose words have echoed through time, inspiring generations and shaping the continent's trajectory. From liberation fighters to ...

Nairobi, Kenya – When African leaders gathered in Addis Ababa on May 25, 1963 to found the Organisation of African Unity (OAU), the occasion became a symbol of continental liberation that many still ...