The Comoros islands are set to celebrate Journée nationale Maore, a day commemorating the country's admission to the United Nations on November 12. The festivities began on November 11 with a poetic evening on the Place de l'Indépendance in Moroni, featuring traditional dance troupes. The event was announced by the Comité Maore, which held a press conference at the Jardin de la Paix in Moroni to present the popular festivities planned for the celebration.
The poetic evening, which started at 7:00 PM, marked the beginning of the celebrations. It was followed by a Twarab concert on the esplanade of the Assembly, animated by the Armée nationale de développement. According to Mohamed Monjoin, president of the Comité Maore, the events aim to bring people together and promote unity. The Comité Maore has been organizing the celebrations for years, making it a tradition to hold a press conference ahead of the festivities.
The official ceremony will take place on November 12 at the Palais du Peuple. The day will start with the arrival of students, who will take their place on the steps of the Assembly, followed by the authorities. The flag-raising ceremony, accompanied by the national anthem played by the Gendarmerie band, will take place between 9:00 and 9:30 AM. The event will also feature speeches and testimonies from notable figures, including Youssouf Moussa, a prominent advocate for the unity of the four islands of the archipelago.
Youssouf Moussa, a Mahorais figure, warned against what he termed as "poison" spread by France to separate the country. He emphasized that the strategy of France is to strengthen its presence in Mayotte to destabilize the rest of the archipelago. Moussa called on young generations to take ownership of the fight for unity, stressing that the slogan "We want to remain French to be free" is misleading. Many Mahorais, he noted, are beginning to realize that they are not truly free, but lack prospects.
According to Moussa, the Comoros must offer hope and prospects for the future to unify the country. He urged the young to take up the mantle and continue the struggle for unity. The celebrations are an opportunity for the people of Comoros to come together and reflect on their history and identity. The events are also a testament to the country's rich cultural heritage, with traditional music and dance playing a significant role.
The Comité Maore has been at the forefront of promoting the unity of the four islands of the archipelago. The organization has been working tirelessly to ensure that the celebrations are a success, with various events planned throughout the day. The Journée nationale Maore is a significant day in the Comoros calendar, marking an important milestone in the country's history.
As the celebrations continue, the people of Comoros are expected to come together to celebrate their heritage and identity. The events will feature a range of activities, including traditional music, dance, and poetry. The Journée nationale Maore is a time for reflection, unity, and celebration, and it is expected that the festivities will be a success.
Key points
- The celebrations mark the country's admission to the United Nations on November 12.
