Hadassah Hall celebrated Africa Day at the school on May 25 with the theme of “The Arts, Culture And Heritage: Levers for Building the Africa We Want.”
Just like the purpose of the formation of the OAU on May 25, 1963, which was to promote unity and solidarity of African states, defence of their sovereignty, territorial integrity, independence and the eradication of all forms of colonialism from Africa, we want to encourage our children to embrace their cultural diversity and promote unity, and that they must not discriminate against each other as Africans.
We want to teach them our African ways of doing things so that they know where we come from as Africans. That is why we celebrate this day in our school. It must sink in that even though we have different cultures, the fact that we are all Africans means we are one. We must learn to respect our cultural differences and treat each other with respect and dignity.
Our excited children had African-themed lessons and games, sang traditional songs and danced to African music from different African tribes. They also had an African Cookery Class, preparing a main dish of fried Plantain and fried eggs with wish, Chinchin snack and Zobo drink.
Teachers and learners from the school looked very colourful dressed in their traditional attires. Parents were gifted African-inspired souvenirs.
As a premium school driven by multicultural diversity we aim to put Africa on the world map as a key player in the education sector. The idea behind our celebration is to encourage cross cultural adoptions and more unity in our community.
We are Africa!
Hadassah Hall 