Want to know what happened Today in History Africa: 1 Mars? These are 4 historical events that took place today, in the continent of Africa and the African diaspora.
The continent of Africa has an immensely rich history; hidden African history is becoming more accessible as it is finally coming to light. African history, people, culture and books have influenced and inspired the world for time immemorial; it is now time for Africa to shine!
In this post you will learn about the many things that happened today in history in Africa and in the African diaspora like when the Battle of Adwa happenned.
After reading this post you will know tons of facts about Africa in relation to: the Battle of Adwa, United Nations International Days and Weeks and black inventors.
This post is all about what happened Today in History Africa 1 March.
Today in History Africa: 1 March
African Holidays
Africa Day of School Feeding
Today, 1 March 2023, is the 8th Africa Day of School Feeding. It is an event organized by the African Union every year on 1 March. This year the focus is on promoting the importance of investing on school feeding programs.
Zero Discrimination Day
Today, 1 March 2023, is Zero Discrimination day. It is a day organized by UNAIDS observed yearly on 1 March. Zero Discrimination Day is aimed at ending unjust intolerance. This year the theme is “Save Lives: Decriminalise”. Ending the AIDS epidemic starts by decriminalizing people living with HIV.
African Historical Events
The Battle of Adwa
On this day, 1 March 1896, the Battle of Adwa took place in Ethiopia.
African Inventions
Invention of the pastry fork by Ann Mangin
On this day, 1 March 1892, Anna Mangin was awarded a patent for her invention of the pastry fork.
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Zero Discrimination Day:
https://www.unaids.org/en/zero-discrimination-day
The Battle of Adwa:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Adwa
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