19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
See photos as Africa Day celebrates ‘vibrant cultural ties' in Co Wicklow
Bray People
Wicklow celebrated Africa Day in style on a glorious day in Burnaby Park, Greystones, on Saturday, May 17. Under the warm sun, it was a vibrant celebration of African culture, music, dance, community and of course, some great food.
DJ Spaqz was on the decks to deliver the beats, while live band Sli na Croi kept things lively all day. The event was free and celebrated African culture, our growing links across the continent, as well as the positive impact of the African diaspora in Wicklow.
The Department of Foreign Affairs partnered with all 31 local authorities to host Africa Day this year, and remarking on the success, Minister of State for International Development and Diaspora, Neale Richmond, said: 'It was fantastic to see thousands of people come together to celebrate the growing relationship between Ireland and Africa. Through development cooperation, expanding economic and political links, and vibrant cultural exchange, Ireland's ties with African countries continue to deepen.'
