Explanation

Africa Day is observed every year on May 25.

It marks the founding of the Africa Day in 1963, which later became the African Union.

The day is celebrated across Africa and in the diaspora to reflect on African unity, liberation, development, and shared identity.

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On 3 May 1993, United Nations General Assembly declared 3 May as World Press Freedom Day.

Theme 2026: Shaping a Future at Peace

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Explanation

World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD) is celebrated annually on May 17.

The date was chosen to commemorate the founding of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) on May 17, 1865, marking the day the first International Telegraph Convention was signed in Paris.

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Explanation

International Tea Day is celebrated on 21 May annually 

First time celebrated in 2020 by the United Nations.  

Theme 2025: Tea for Better Lives

Theme 2026: Sustaining Tea, Supporting Communities

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Explanation

International Tea Day is celebrated on 21 May annually 

First time celebrated in 2020 by the United Nations.  

Theme 2025: Tea for Better Lives

Theme 2026: Sustaining Tea, Supporting Communities

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Explanation

World Hypertension Day is observed annually on May 17 to raise global awareness about high blood pressure.

Since 2006, the WHL has been dedicating May 17 of every year as WHD.

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Explanation

World Metrology Day is celebrated annually on May 20 to commemorate the signing of the Metre Convention in 1875.

2026 Theme: "Metrology: Building Trust in Policy Making".

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Explanation

World Metrology Day is celebrated annually on May 20 to commemorate the signing of the Metre Convention in 1875.

2026 Theme: "Metrology: Building Trust in Policy Making".

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Explanation

World Turtle Day is an annual observance held every May 23rd.

It began in 2000 and is sponsored by American Tortoise Rescue.

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Explanation

International Day of Families is celebrated on 15th of May every year.

This day is being celebrated by the United Nations since since 1995.

Theme 2025: Family-Oriented Policies for Sustainable Development

Theme 2026: Families, Inequalities and Child Wellbeing
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