Algiers Declaration Names November 30th Africa’s Day for Colonization Remembrance

The Algiers Declaration has proposed that November 30th be recognized as Africa’s Day for Colonization Remembrance. This initiative stems from the International Conference on Colonial Crimes in Africa, where participants acknowledged the significance of remembering the transatlantic slave trade and colonization. Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune’s call for this commemoration aims to honor the martyrs and victims affected by these historical injustices.

Significance of November 30th Commemoration

Participants of the conference expressed gratitude for President Tebboune’s efforts in organizing the event. They emphasized the importance of establishing this day to cultivate a collective memory of colonial atrocities.

Objectives of the Algiers Declaration

• Acknowledge colonial crimes in Africa.
• Preserve historical truth and memory.
• Promote justice and reparation for past grievances.
• Foster a prosperous future for subsequent generations.

The declaration outlines that the proposed date, November 30th, coincides with the opening of the Algiers Conference. This date will serve as a moment of reflection and tribute to those who suffered due to colonization and apartheid.

Next Steps for the Declaration

The Algiers Declaration is set to be presented at the 39th Ordinary Session of the African Union Conference of Heads of State and Government in February 2026. Signatories hope this will mark a critical step towards:

• The criminalization of colonialism in all its forms.
• The pursuit of restorative justice across the continent.

Through this initiative, the Algiers Declaration aims to become a significant landmark in Africa’s ongoing fight for acknowledgment and restorative justice regarding its colonial past.