International Day of African Children celebrated in Dungu

On June 16th, 1976, students of the Soweto township protested for better education; the South African police responded with extreme violence. This student uprising rapidly spread across South Africa and played a pivotal role in the struggle against the apartheid regime. This day is now celebrated as the International Day of African Children. This year’s theme emphasized the rights of children who are handicapped and the importance of respecting them as equals. The town of Dungu, Democratic Repblic of Congo honored these children with songs, stories, and speeches; the presentation even included the musical styling of Dungu born rapper 30 cents!

-Margaux