The 31st of July is commemorated annually as Africa's Women's Day.

It is celebrated to honour the contributions that African women made in the liberation of Africa from colonialism and apartheid while also recognising the vital role that women continue to play in the continent's development.

Vice President Nangolo Mbumba arrived in St. Petersburg, Russia, for the 2nd Russia-Africa Economic and Humanitarian Summit scheduled to start on July 27–28, 2023.