Africa Day
Africa Day is celebrated annually. The 2026 theme focuses on water security, while celebrations worldwide, feature cultural festivals, music, and food.
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Africa everywhere, South Africa
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World Environment Day
World Environment Day is held each year on June 5. It is one of the principal vehicles through which the United Nations (UN) stimulates worldwide awareness of the environment and enhances political attention and action.
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World Oceans Day
The 2026 World Ocean Day action theme is "Strong Marine Protected Areas for Our Blue Planet". This focus supports the global goal of protecting at least 30% of the world's lands, waters, and ocean by 2030 (the goal) to help solve climate and biodiversity crises.
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World Youth Skills Day
World Youth Skills Day is observed annually on July 15, to highlight the importance of equipping young people with skills for employment, entrepreneurship, and sustainable development. Established by the UN in 2014, it focuses on empowering youth to transition into the labor market.
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National Women’s Day
National Women's Day in South Africa is observed annually on August 9, with the public holiday observed on Monday, August 10. It commemorates the 1956 march by 20,000 women against apartheid pass laws. The month focuses on empowering women and celebrating their role in society.
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Cleanup and Recycle Week
2026 will be the 30th year that Plastics SA coordinates South Africa’s participation in the International Coastal Clean-up – the world’s biggest volunteer effort for ocean health. For more information visit www.cleanupandrecycle.co.za
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National River Cleanup Day
Do something during this Cleanup and Recycle Week. Clean a river bed near you.
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National Recycling Day
The day focuses on promoting a circular economy, boosting recycling rates (46% plastic, 70% paper), and celebrating waste reclaimers in South Africa. It is part of the annual Clean-Up & Recycle SA Week, which runs from 15–19 September 2026! For more information visit www.cleanupandrecycle.co.za
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International Coastal Cleanup Day
Clean-ups have allowed for greater awareness and monitoring of the marine litter problem. Thanks to the ongoing commitment of organisations such as Ocean Conservancy, The United Nations Environmental Program (UNEP), The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), The African Waste Network and Plastics|SA, who have added their weight to ensuring that more people in Africa, and […]