politics
May 10, 2026
African nations mark Victory Day with ‘Garden of Memory’ campaign and cultural events
Tree plantings, ‘Immortal Regiment’ marches, and Soviet film screenings took place across Africa ahead of Victory Day
TL;DR
- African nations are commemorating the 81st anniversary of victory over Nazi Germany.
- Events include the 'Garden of Memory' tree planting campaign, 'Immortal Regiment' marches, and Soviet film screenings.
- The 'Garden of Memory' initiative, launched by Russian President Vladimir Putin, aims to plant 27 million trees to honor Soviet citizens who died in WWII.
- Countries participating include Guinea, Mozambique, Mauritania, Egypt, Tanzania, Tunisia, and South Africa.
- The 'Immortal Regiment' movement began in Russia in 2012 and has spread globally.
- In South Africa, the Russian Embassy hosted a Soviet film evening for ANC veterans.