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| Hausa Day | |
|---|---|
| Official name | Hausa Day |
| Observed by | Hausa people |
| Type | National |
| Celebrations | Cultural and educational events |
| Date | 26 August |
| Next time | 26 August 2025 (2025-08-26) |
| Frequency | annual |
Hausa Day (Ranar Hausa), formally known #RanarHausa, is an annual cultural celebration observed on the 26th of August by the Hausa people, an ethnic group of West Africa. The day celebrates Hausa cultural heritage, traditions, language, and art. World Hausa Day has been celebrated by Hausa people in many countries internationally.
History
The Hausa day was introduced on August 26, 2015, by a Nigerian journalist named Abdulbaki Aliyu Jari. The goal was to promote the Hausa language, help it grow, and deal with the challenges it faces as one of West Africa's major languages. On this day, people who speak Hausa come together to share Hausa proverb and correct any mistakes in how the language is used, following its spelling and grammar rules.
Since then, August 26 has been dedicated as the ‘Hausa International Day’, Hausa-speaking people in Africa, Caribbean, United Kingdom, Europe, North America come together to observe it with fanfare. More people and countries have joined in the celebration, making it more popular over the years.
2022 event
In 2022, the Hausa community in Ghana came together to celebrate an event in Accra, the nation's capital. The theme, "Hausa, an Indispensable Tool in Ghana's Development," highlighted the significant role of the Hausa language and culture in the country's progress. The event aimed to unite Hausa youths across Ghana, encouraging them to showcase and support their talents and abilities. The event was attended by Ghanaian delegates alongside the notable linguistic personalities such John Dramani Mahama, the National Chief Imam, Sheikh (Dr) Osman Nuhu Sharubutu.
A highlight of the celebration was the traditional wrestling competition, Dambe, which brought together competitors and spectators alike, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of the Hausa community.
Nigeria
In Kaduna, the event was organized by the Centre for the Development of Hausa Language. The aim of the occasion is to unify the Hausa community and provide a platform to reflect on their cultural, economic, social, and political progress. The celebration is marked by various activities that highlight the heritage and traditions of the Hausa people, fostering a sense of pride and solidarity among attendees.
See also
References
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