Constitution Day (Equatorial Guinea)

Constitution Day is a public holiday celebrated in Equatorial Guinea on August 15th every year. The holiday commemorates the adoption of the 1982 Constitution of Equatorial Guinea. Equatorial Guinea declared its independence from Spain in 1968. Constitution Day is a day to celebrate the country’s constitution and the values it represents. The constitution enshrines liberal democracy, popular sovereignty, freedom of religion, and the right of self-determination. On this day, people celebrate their cultural heritage and the values that make their country unique. It is a time to reflect on the country’s history and the progress made towards a better future.