In 1991, the Assembly of Heads of State and Government of the OAU instituted the Day of the African Child (DAC) in memory of the 16th June 1976 student uprising in Soweto, South Africa.
At that time, students marched in protest against the poor quality of education they received and demanded to be taught in their languages.
The DAC serves to commemorate these children and the brave actions they took in defence of their rights.
The DAC thus celebrates the children of Africa and calls for serious introspection and commitment towards addressing the numerous challenges children
across the continent’s face.
Every year, the African Committee of Experts on the Rights and Welfare of the Child selects a theme for the DAC, which is further adopted by the Executive Council of the African Union as the continental theme to be used by all Member States…In 2024, the theme for the DAC is ‘Education for all children in Africa: the time is now’. (Culled from African Union DAC Concept Note)
This program will be gracefully attended by developmental specialists, Honorable members of the House of Representatives and the Senate who are passionate about promoting the education of African Children. If you are interested in participating in the program, kindly join us!
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