New York Celebrates Africa’s Unity, Diaspora Contributions(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – New York City joined the rest of the world on Sunday evening in commemorating Africa Day 2025, with a symbolic and colourful African Union (AU) Flag Raising Ceremony at the historic Bowling Green. Jidda said the event was also a vibrant celebration of Africa’s diversity and its diaspora’s contributions, underscoring global solidarity with Africa and its diaspora. The Nigerian envoy praised New York City as a place where the African diaspora had flourished across critical sectors. Mayor Eric Adams, in his remarks, praised the African community in New York City for its vibrancy and vital contributions. “New York is proud to be a home for the African diaspora,” he said.