Emancipation anniversary activities being held virtually

By Stabroek News On In Guyana News |
Roxanne Adams (at right), displaying her African wear and mauby along the Main Street Avenue on Wednesday. She is one of several vendors who were showcasing colourful African wear and craft in the avenue this week and among those affected by the shelving of the annual festivities in the National Park this year due to COVID-19.
Roxanne Adams (at right), displaying her African wear and mauby along the Main Street Avenue on Wednesday. She is one of several vendors who were showcasing colourful African wear and craft in the avenue this week and among those affected by the shelving of the annual festivities in the National Park this year due to COVID-19.

With the COVID-19 pandemic still requiring physical distancing, the annual Emancipation anniversary celebrations are being held virtually this year.

Soyini Clarke, of the African Cultural and Development Association (ACDA), told Stabroek News that virtual activities include the Emancipate Yourself challenge, the “Wha deh in You Pot” show, the Express Yourself the African Way fashion competition, and an Emancipation Lockdown concert utilising Facebook Live and Zoom.

ACDA’s Emancipation Festival is traditionally held in the National Park in Georgetown.