Want to know what happened Today in History Africa 25 May? These are 6 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
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Today in History Africa 25 May
Holidays in Africa
Africa Day
Today, 25 May 2023, is Africa Day!
International Missing Children’s Day
Today, 25 May 2023, is International Missing Childrens Day
International Plastic Free Day
Today, 25 May 2023, is International Plastic Free Day.
Historical Events of Africa
Foundation of the Organisation for African Unity (OAU)
On this day, 25 May 1963, the Organisation for African Unity, the OAU, was founded.
African Literature
Towards African Unity by Haile Selassie
On this day, 25 May 1963, Emperor of Ethiopia Haile Selassie and the first president of the Organisation for African Unity (OAU) delivered Towards African Unity as his acceptance speech.
Read it here: https://www.blackpast.org/global-african-history/speeches-global-african-history/1963-haile-selassie-towards-african-unity/
Inventions by Africans
Bed Rack by Henrietta Bradberry
On this day, 25 May 1943, Henrietta Bradberry received a patent for her invention of a bed rack.
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