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As Systemic Racism, False Narratives Persist, Secretary-General Observance Message Urges Collective Commitment to Achieve Equality for People of African Descent
August 20, 2026
NEW YORK, Aug. 20 -- The United Nations posted the following news release:

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As Systemic Racism, False Narratives Persist, Secretary-General Observance Message Urges Collective Commitment to Achieve Equality for People of African Descent

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Following is UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres' message on the International Day for People of African Descent, observed on 31 August:

Today we recognize the enormous contributions o . . .

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