International Day of the African Child (Organisation of African Unity)

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June 16th, 2026

International Day of the African Child (Organisation of African Unity)

The International Day of the African Child, also known as the Day of the African Child (DAC), has been celebrated on June 16 every year since 1991, when it was first initiated by the OAU Organisation of African Unity. This day honors those who participated in the Soweto Uprising in 1976. It also raises awareness of the continuing need to improve the education provided to African children.

Source: Wikipedia International_Day_of_the_African_Child

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