African Independence

SEYCHELLES – THE ISLAND OF TREASURE

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SEYCHELLES – THE ISLAND OF TREASURE

TODAY is Independence Day in the Seychelles. Seychelles is celebrating their 44th anniversary of its independence from the UK on the June 29, 1976. This country is a paradise on Earth. The beautiful country encompasses deep blue waters and white sandy beaches with exotic sea life, becoming a famous honeymoon destination.  The country also has beautiful nature reserves and rare wildlife such as giant Aldabra tortoises.  Technically, it is the smallest continent in the world with…

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DJIBOUTI

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DJIBOUTI

Djibouti is a semi-presidential republic. They gained their independence from France on 27, June 1977. Djibouti is a tiny country in northeast Africa. It is bordered by Eritrea to the north, Somalia to the southeast and Ethiopia to the south and west. In this country you get to enjoy an arid desert climate with little rainfall and high temperatures all year round.  The official languages are French and Arabic while the other languages spoken are…

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Independence Day in Mozambique

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Independence Day in Mozambique

TODAY is Independence Day in Mozambique, celebrating its independence from Portugal on June 25, 1975. After over four centuries of Portuguese rule, they gained independence in 1975, becoming the People’s Republic of Mozambique shortly thereafter. Mozambique is a country in Southeast Africa. The official name of the country is the Republic of Mozambique. It is bordered by the Indian Ocean to the east, Tanzania to the north, Malawi and Zambia to the northwest, Zimbabwe to the…

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