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International Day of Women and Girls of African Descent 2026

27 July 20261 min read
INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRSInternational Dayof Women andGirls of AfricanDescent 202627 July 2026safalsetu.com

Why in the news

The United Nations marked a day for women and girls of African descent on 25 July 2026, with healthcare access in focus.

Key facts

  • Date: 25 July 2026.
  • Observed by: United Nations.
  • Theme: ‘Right to Health – A Fundamental Right Still Denied’.
  • Focus: rights and leadership of these women and girls, and gaps in healthcare access and inclusion.

Exam angle

  • Date: 25 July; body: United Nations.
  • 2026 theme: right to health.

Test yourself

1. On which date was the International Day of Women and Girls of African Descent observed in 2026?

The UN observed the day on 25 July 2026.

2. What was the 2026 theme of the International Day of Women and Girls of African Descent?

The theme centred on the right to health.

3. The 2026 observance of this day highlighted inequalities mainly in which area?

It addressed inequalities in healthcare access and social inclusion.

This topic is part of Daily Current Affairs 26 & 27 July 2026 (23 topics).

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