The National Department of Sport, Arts and Culture, Minister Zizi Kodwa in collaboration with the Free State Provincial Government will launch the 2024 Africa Month celebration in Bloemfontein.
According to the department, this year’s Africa Month launch will take place on Tuesday, 7 May 2024 at the Waaihoek Methodist Church, Bloemfontein.
The theme for the 10th edition of Africa Month is: ‘Celebrating 30 Years of Freedom: Building a Better Africa and a Better World’.
“May marks Africa month – a moment for the continent to pause, reflect, and celebrate our unique African identity and cultural expression. This launch serves as a precursor for the Africa Day event celebrated annually to commemorate the founding of the Organisation of African Unity (OAU), founded on 25 May 1963,” said the department.
They added that the 2024 Africa Month launch programme will feature various activities which among others include indigenous food exhibitions, and a colourful street parade showcasing the continent’s unique cultural diversity through dance, large 3D costumes, acrobats, and an eclectic mix of African melodies.
“Government will as part of the launch, unpack and outline a detailed month-long programme of activities to be rolled out nationwide during May. Now on its 10th edition, this year’s Africa Month celebration also coincides with South Africa also celebrating three decades milestone of the country’s constitutional democracy.”
Compiled by Justine Fortuin
