| Africa Day | |
|---|---|
| Observed by | Member states of the African Union |
| Type | International; cultural and historical |
| Significance | Anniversary of the foundation of the Organisation of African Unity |
| Date | 25 May |
| Next time | 25 May 2025 |
| Frequency | annual |
| Related to | African Freedom Day and African Liberation Day |
Africa Day (formerly African Freedom Day and African Liberation Day) is the annual commemoration of the foundation of the Organization of African Unity on 25 May 1963.[1] It is celebrated in various countries on the African continent as well as around the world.[2] The organization was replaced by the African Union on 9 July 2002, but the holiday continues to be celebrated on 25 May.
The National Library Service, in association with the Division of Culture, Prime Minister's Office, will celebrate Africa Day on Friday, May 24, at the Roy Marshall Teaching Complex, The University of West Indies, Cave Hill Campus, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.