Africa Day is annual celebration on May 25th for the people of Africa and the African diaspora. It commemorates the founding of the African Union (AU) (the successor of the Organization of African Unity (OAU)) and Africa’s independence, freedom and liberation from colonial rule. Each year features a different theme and the 2025 Theme is especially poignant – “Justice for Africans and People of African Descent Through Reparations”.  This theme emphasizes the AU’s commitment to addressing historical injustices, including the trans-Atlantic slave trade, colonialism, apartheid, and genocide. Speaking on behalf of the African Union Commission (AUC), the Chairperson H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf delivered a stirring address on May 24th that reflected on Africa’s historic journey while calling for bold steps toward a just and prosperous future.

Africa Day is a public holiday in many African countries and is celebrated with events around the globe. For those in the US, the African Think Tank is celebrating with an Africa Day Mixer in 5 cities on May 29th. Free RSVP is required. Amplify Africa is celebrating with events in multiple cities in the US and UK from May 24 – 30, 2025. There also planned marches across the continent and the globe in support of Burkina Faso president, Ibrahim Traore. Follow the hashtags #AfricaDay2025, #AfricaDay, #AfricaWeek and #AfricaMonth to find more information, events and celebrations.

The Travel Africa Movement has also joined the celebration with 15% off all merchandise in our online shop. Discount valid thru May 31st with code AFRICADAY. Visit our store today and show Africa some love!