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International African Women's Day
July 31 is African Women’s Day, when we celebrate her resilience, beauty and impact on the continent. Created by politician Aoua Keïta, this day commemorates the bravery of African women in the face of all the difficulties they face every day. Since its inception, women have gained greater political representation in Africa, and issues of discrimination, sexism and violence against women are increasingly being addressed.
On this day, in 1962 in Dar-Es-Salaam, Tanzania, women from all over Africa came together and created the first African women’s organization, including one of its founders, Aoua Keïta. Although this celebration began in 1962, it was made official on July 31, 1974 by the Pan-African Women’s Organization in Dakar, Senegal.
Indeed, this event gives African women the opportunity to be celebrated for all their past, present and future achievements.
Every year, this day becomes a symbol of the total liberation of Africa, the elimination of apartheid and the establishment of a judicial system that defends the rights of women as human beings, all of which have become the movement’s priority objectives.
In conclusion, July 31, such a special day, has had a significant impact not only on the citizens of Africa, but also on the women of this beautiful continent. African women’s rights have improved considerably thanks to this day, and African women are now celebrated for their achievements and accomplishments. There’s no doubt that the development of the African continent depends on the support of African women, because these women have an incredible life force and an enormous love for their continent that should not only be recognized, but celebrated.
By: Audrey Tatiotsop and Chloe Wedji
Fresco of African women - JIFA 2021
