Want to know what happened Today in History Africa: 2 February? These are 2 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 World Wetlands Day is.
After reading this post you will know tons of facts about Africa in relation to: World Wetlands Day, endangered wetlands and Ernest Everett Just.
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Today in History Africa: 2 February
African Holidays
World Wetlands Day
Today, 2 February 2023, is World Wetlands day. World Wetlands Day is part of the United Nations International Days and Weeks. It is celebrated annually on 2 February. The theme for World Wetlands Day 2023 is Wetland Restoration.
World Wetlands Day was established as a UN International Day 3 years ago, on 30 August 2021 upon a resolution adopted by the UN General Assembly. And the date chosen for World Wetlands Day falls on the date of the anniversary of the Convention on Wetlands.
World Wetlands Day is a day to raise awareness about wetlands by informing people on these critically important ecosystems. Because the planet is losing wetlands (3 times faster than forests) and they keep degrading. “Yet, wetlands are critically important ecosystems that contribute to biodiversity, climate mitigation and adaptation, freshwater availability, world economies and more.”
By raising awareness of the degradation of wetlands around the world, a recuperation of lost wetlands can be done if effective change happens.
African Historical Events
Biologist Ernest Everett Just Receives Spingarn Medal
On this day, 2 February 1915, Ernest Everett Just receive the first Spingarn Medal.
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