Ministry of Tourism promotes Africa-CARICOM Day Celebrations

Caribbean people, especially of African descent, will be observing Africa-Caricom Day on September, 7, 2025. And the Ministry of Tourism of St Vincent and the Grenadines is encouraging the nation to join the wider Caribbean and the African continent in the commemoration.

“ This day stands as a powerful symbol of unity, shared history, and the enduring cultural, social, and economic ties between the peoples of Africa and the Caribbean,” the Ministry said in a release.

Africa-CARICOM Day was proclaimed in 2021, following a landmark meeting between Heads of State and Government of the African Union and the Caribbean Community (CARICOM). Since then, it has served as an important platform to strengthen bonds of solidarity, deepen cooperation, and advance mutual recognition in areas such as culture, the Ministry explained.

Minister of Tourism,Carlos James, emphasising the significance of the day stated: “Africa-CARICOM Day allows us to reflect on our shared heritage and chart new paths of collaboration that empower our people. Our ancestral and cultural ties remain the foundation of our partnerships”.

As part of the observance, the Department of Culture in the Ministry of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Sustainable Development and Culture will host a special cultural presentation today, Friday, September, 5, 2025, at the old treasury building from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The activities will include performances from local artistes, an African fashion show, dances showcasing African heritage, an African and local craft corner, and a breadfruit food station.

The Ministry is also encouraging the wearing of African-themed attire today, “proudly displaying the cultural connections that continue to unite Africa and the Caribbean”. It noted that “Africa-CARICOM Day is not only a commemoration of our shared past, but also a call to action – a reminder that the challenges can be overcome collectively”.

The Department of Culture said it “reaffirms its commitment to promoting cultural awareness, people-to-people exchanges, and initiatives that strengthen the bonds between Africa and the Caribbean”.