Burundi Independence Day
2016-07-01 | Burundi, Burundi
People of Burundi annually celebrate Independence Day on July 1. On this day Belgian colony Ruanda-Urundi split to form Rwanda and present-day Burundi.
Colonization of Burundi began in the early 20th century by Germany. The territories of Burundi and Rwanda were occupied by Belgium during World War I and after the end of the war they became a Belgian League of Nations mandate territory. Belgium administered both countries as one colonial empire, known as Ruanda-Urundi.

Algeria Independence Day
2016-07-05 | Algeria, Algeria
July 5 is celebrated in Algeria as Independence Day, in remembrance of actual independence from France in 1962. After being taken by the French in 1830, Algeria remained under France’s control for 132 years.
Independence Day in Algeria is marked by the diversity of cultural influences in the Algerian society. It is a day that is celebrated with passion. Algerians take to the streets and attend celebrations wearing the national color of green. There are military parades in Algiers. Concerts and cultural events are organized in the national stadium. In recent years, the day has been marked by unfortunate bloody terrorist attacks targeting civilians, but Algerians still celebrate Independence Day as one of the most important days on their calendar.

Cape Verde Independence Day
2016-07-05 | Cape Verde, Cape Verde
Each year we celebrate Cape Verde Independence with a festival at Boston City Hall Plaza on the 4th of July containing music, arts and food festival and Flag Raising. This year, 2015, marked the 40th Anniversary of Independence and we took the celebration up a notch. The Cape Verdean Independence Celebration started as a one-day festival in July 4, 1987.
CV reception at State HouseThe festivities began with a reception at the State House, sponsored by Novo Banco (bank from Cabo Verde) on July 2nd. The only two Cape Verdean Representatives to the Massachusetts State House, Evandro Carvalho and Vinny De Macedo, were present, along with the Ambassadors of Cabo Verde and Portugal, the Consulate General of Cabo Verde, and Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker. Other local politicians and agency representatives who serve the community were also in attendance.

Central African Republic Independence Day
2016-07-05 | Central African Republic, Central African Republic
People celebrate this day with great enthusiasm and excitement as this day was the one that got them freedom. Central African Republic is known for its traditions and they do their best to safeguard their traditions and culture The oral traditions of the Aka Pygmies of Central Africa is one of the things which are remarkable and beyond any comparison. The great enthusiasm and excitement that the people instill in this celebration is worth mentioning. Every single person of the population enjoys on this particular day to the maximum.

Comoros Independence Day
2016-07-06 | Comoros, Comoros
The Union of the Comoros celebrates its Independence Day on July 6. This public holiday celebrates the day, when the Comoros gained independence from France.
The Union of the Comoros consists of four islands: Grande Comore, Mohéli, Anjouan and Mayotte. The island of Mohéli became French protectorate in 1886, when its sultan Mardjani Abdou Cheikh asked protection from France. The same year one of the sultans of Grande Comore, Said Ali of Bambao, asked French for protection in exchange for their support of his claim to the entire island. The four islands were unified in a single administration and placed under French protection in 1908. After abolishment of the protectorates in 1912, the islands became a province of the colony of Madagascar.

Liberia Independence Day
2016-07-26 | Liberia, Liberia
The Independence Day is the day celebrated by the country to mark its freedom. The country gains independence after a lot of struggle. Once it gains freedom, it no more remains a part of any state or province. Independence Day is also a National Holiday. Liberia also celebrates the Independence Day on July 26.
Liberia is a small county and known for its culture, tradition, academic institution, skills, arts and craft works. It is recovering back slowly from the effect of the civil war. The economy of the country is mainly dependent on agriculture, manufacturing, iron ore and rubber exports. During the war, the export on diamond and few more things were banned. The export of some other commodity could be done even during the war time due to a pact between Liberia’s warlords and foreign concessionaires. Looting in the Liberia has a bicameral legislature and a dual system of statutory law. When you are tried in the lower courts and if you are not convinced with the judgment given, then you can appeal in the Supreme Court, the highest judicial authority of Liberia headed by the Chief Justice. If you want to see and enjoy the events of the Liberia Independence Day, you should find sometime and visit Liberia on July 26.
July 26 is the Liberia Independence Day or national day of Liberia and a big day for the Liberians, as it is the one and only first black nation of Africa to get independence. This day is celebrated with a great joy amongst the Liberians and many other activities and competitions etc are held all throughout the day. Parades take place, children perform many activities, men and women all take an active part in the celebration and all of them together try their level best to make it memorable every year.
It was after 14 year of brutal civil war that the Liberia got its freedom and this day is one more opportunity of the people in Liberia to come together as one nation. The civil war commenced on 1989 and continues till fourteen years and ultimately ended in 2003. This day is marked in the calendar of Liberia as a national holiday. All schools, colleges, offices and banks are closed al the activities in an around Liberia are suspended and all come together to celebrate this day with a great rejoice and happiness.

Benin Independence Day
2016-08-01 | Benin, Benin
The Independence Day is a national holiday in Benin. Celebrations on this day take place on grand scale throughout the country. National leaders deliver speeches reflecting on past and present glories, the national flag is hoisted, and the national anthem sung in government offices, schools, colleges and other public institutions.

Burkina Faso Independence Day
2016-08-05 | Burkina Faso, Burkina Faso
Burkina Faso celebrates its independence day every year on August 5th. This country got independent from French rule in 1960. Before that, the territory was merged with and separated from other French territories in West Africa.
Until the end of 19th century, the empire-building Mossi dominated the history of Burkina Faso. In 1896, the French claimed the area but Mossi resistance was there till 1901, when the French captured the capital, Ouagadougou. In 1919, the colony of upper Volta was established. It was dismantled and reconstituted several times. The present borders were recognized in 1947.

Côte D’Ivoire (Ivory Coast) Independence Day
2016-08-07 | Côte D’Ivoire, Cote D'Ivoire
Independence Day is observed nationwide in Côte d’Ivoire, and schools, offices, and general businesses are closed for the day. The day is marked by national cultural events organized locally by the government. In the capital city of Yamoussoukro there are military parades and processions in celebration of the independence of Côte d’Ivoire. During more turbulent political years, the government and opposition forces hold rallies in the streets, and the day is used as a propaganda opportunity. Parties are held all over the country with bangui, the local palm wine, and aloko, ripe banana in palm oil.

Chad Independence Day
2016-08-11 | Chad, Chad
Although Chad achieved her liberty on August 11, 1960, the Independence Day of Chad is celebrated on January 11 to avoid the monsoon in August. Like most of the countries.
Chad also celebrates the Independence Day as a national holiday. The Republic of Chad shares a huge diversity of people with different languages and culture. Still, on the Independence Day, every individual in this African country celebrates their liberty through sports like football and wresting, political assemblies. Delegations from different First world countries also visit here on the Independence Day.
Thus, the Independence Day of Chad not only commemorates the great history of this African nation, but also binds the heart of every individual of Chad through a gala of united nationhood, irrespective of their genre and culture.

Congo Independence Day
2016-08-15 | Congo, Congo
This day is celebrated every year by the Congolese as their Independence day, the day when they gained back their rights to their motherland. This day is declared as the National Holiday and celebrated by a host of events within The Republic of the Congo. With every “Fête Nationale” (Local name for Independence Day) the Congolese realize their needs to develop their country in every possible way which can pave the way for a strong nation.

Gabon Independence Day
2016-08-16 - 2016-08-17 | Gabon, Gabon
The Gabonese Republic celebrates its Independence Day on August 17. This national holiday commemorates the independence of Gabon from France in 1960. The festivities usually last for two days, August 16 and 17.
Gabon is located on the West Coast of Central Africa. Its colonization began in the first half of the 19th century, when France signed treaties with local tribal chiefs and established a protectorate over the coastal area. The French officially occupied the entire territory of Gabon in 1885.
In 1910, Gabon became on of the four territories comprising French Equatorial Africa, along with French Congo, Chad and Ubangi-Shari (now the Central African Republic). In 1922, the first political party, the Jeunesse Gabonais, was created in Gabon. It was anti-colonialist, but not anti-French.
During the Second World War, Gabon was Vichy French for several months. When French Equatorial Africa was dissolved in the late 1950s, France agreed to give Gabon complete independence. Gabon became an independent country on August 17, 1960.
Gabon Independence Day is a public holiday widely celebrated throughout the country. It is marked with official speeches, parades, drum shows, traditional dance programs, parties and other festive events and activities.

Goge Africa Festival - #GAFEST2024
2024-10-26 - 2024-10-27 | Mobolaji Johnson Stadium – Lagos, Nigeria, Mobolaji Johnson Stadium (Onikan), Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria
Let’s celebrate Africa’s Heritage!! – The Ultimate Festival Experience

Goge Africa Festival brings residents and tourists from all over the world together to celebrate our cultural diversity by showcasing the unique cultures of the different nationalities represented in our community.
The Ultimate Festival Experience: GOGE AFRICA FESTIVAL
Goge Africa is holding a festival and exhibition event to celebrate 25 years of our contributions and growth in the culture, art, tourism, and creative sectors. The main events of the Goge Africa Festival are scheduled for October 26th & 27th, 2024, at Mobolaji Johnson Stadium (Onikan), Lagos Island.
Building on the success of our most recent star-studded event, #FOGA, this festival is expected to attract over 20,000 attendees, including VIPs, international tourists, business owners, creatives, and residents, reaching over 100 million individuals both online and offline, within and outside Africa.
The week-long activities are scheduled for October 2024, featuring 7 days of events within Lagos (October 21st to 27th) and a grand 2-day celebration on the 26th & 27th. The festival will be packed with entertainment, cultural displays, a mega trade fair, a friendly celebrity football match between Tourism/Nollywood stars and Nigerian Customs/Immigration Service, a fashion parade, bikers’ displays, cooking competitions showcasing cultures from all over the world, dance performances, comedy shows, and a music concert.
The Goge Africa 25th Anniversary will conclude with a conference and awards evening.
