Aug 9, 2023 | Commonwealth News
National Day is a festive and patriotic occasion that brings together people from all walks of life to celebrate Singapore’s achievements, progress, and unity as a nation. During celebrations, a plethora of entertainment awaits spectators, including mesmerizing...
Aug 8, 2023 | Commonwealth News
In 1974, the Nevis Dramatic and Cultural Society (NEDACS) identified a decline in traditional dance troupes during the Christmas festival. To preserve Nevisian heritage, they introduced a fresh celebration named ‘Culturama.’ It was strategically scheduled...
Aug 8, 2023 | Commonwealth News
With half of the country’s workforce engaged in this sector, agriculture plays a pivotal role, contributing nearly a third of Tanzania’s gross domestic product and constituting 85% of its exports. Nane Nane presents a crucial avenue to present emerging...
Aug 7, 2023 | Commonwealth News
During Kadooment Day, the streets of Barbados come alive with music, dance, elaborate costumes, and revelry. Thousands of locals and tourists gather to participate in the festivities and witness the spectacular parade of bands. Participants, known as...
Aug 7, 2023 | Commonwealth News
In Mauritius, Janmashtami is celebrated with great enthusiasm and devotion by the local Hindu community. Preparations for the festival begin well in advance, with temples and homes being decorated with colourful lights and traditional ornaments. Special events and...
Aug 6, 2023 | Commonwealth News
Independence Day is a moment of pride and reflection for Jamaicans, as they celebrate their rich cultural heritage, diversity, and national identity. This day is marked by various festivities, parades, cultural performances, and flag-raising ceremonies across the...
Aug 4, 2023 | Commonwealth News
It is a time for Ghanaians to pay tribute to their founding fathers and mothers, who fought for self-governance, sovereignty, and national unity. One of the most prominent figures celebrated on Founders’ Day is Dr Kwame Nkrumah, who became the first Prime...
Aug 4, 2023 | Commonwealth News
The word “Umuganura” means “first fruits” in the Kinyarwanda language, and symbolises the celebration of the first harvest of the season. On this day, various rituals and ceremonies take place, including offerings of the first harvested crops,...
Aug 3, 2023 | Commonwealth News
The 13th Commonwealth Women’s Affairs Ministers Meeting (13WAMM) is set to take place from 21-23 August 2023 at the stunning Atlantis Paradise Island Resort in Nassau, the Bahamas. This significant gathering will convene under the theme ‘Equality Toward a Common...
