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Today in History Africa 25 May

25 May, 2023 · In: Today in History Africa

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.

Today in History Africa 25 May

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 

After reading this post you will know tons of facts about Africa in relation to: 

This post is all about what happened Today in History Africa 25 May.

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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