Africa Day marks the anniversary of the founding of the Organization of African Unity (OAU) in 1963, which later became the African Union (AU). The holiday commemorates the founding of the Organization of African Unity (OAU) in 1963 and celebrates the struggle for African unity, freedom, and progress.

When is Africa Day?

Africa Day is celebrated on May 25 each year.

The following is the list of Africa Day from 2020 to 2049.

The History of Africa Day?

During the 19th and early 20th centuries, most African countries were under colonial rule by European powers.

By the 1950s and 1960s, African nationalist movements gained momentum, with many countries demanding independence and self-governance.

As African countries became independent, there was a growing desire to promote solidarity and cooperation across the continent and to support liberation movements in countries still under colonial rule or apartheid.

On May 25, 1963, leaders from 32 independent African nations met in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, and signed the Charter of the Organization of African Unity (OAU). Ethiopian Emperor Haile Selassie I played a leading role in hosting and guiding the conference.

Following the OAU's formation, May 25 was celebrated across Africa as "African Liberation Day", especially in countries that had recently gained independence or were still fighting for it.

In 2002, the OAU was transformed into the African Union (AU) to better address new political and social challenges facing the continent in the 21st century.

Despite the transition, May 25th continues to be celebrated as "Africa Day", serving as a reminder of Africa's journey from colonial rule to independence and self-determination.