Several people gathered in City Hall in New York on May 22, 2024, to celebrate Africa Day.
For the third time and under the leadership of council member Althea Stevens council member of District 16 in the Bronx along with many elected officials, the Africa Day was commemorated in City Hall to recognize the unity, the strength, and the legacy of the African diaspora.
“Africa Day is not a single day, it reminds us we stay strong on our purpose, and we are unshakable together,” council member Althea Stevens said.
The consul general of the kingdom of Morocco and South Africa were there to support the event and appreciate how Africa Day has become a platform for unity.
Africa Day was also an opportunity to honor some African leaders for the leadership in the community. Here are the honorees who have receive Proclamations: Sandra Babu – Boateng co – founder of PanaGenius, Sharonne Salaam founder of Justice 4 The Wrongful Incarcerated, Dr. Adeyemi Lacrown Oloruntoba, The Muslim Community Network.
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