National Women's Day is observed in Mozambique every April 7, commemorating the anniversary of Josina Machel's death in 1971. Josina Machel, a prominent figure in the struggle for the emancipation of African women, was actively involved with the Mozambique Liberation Front (FRELIMO) and played a significant role in advocating for women's integration into the liberation movement. She died at the age of 25 from cancer, and in 1972, FRELIMO declared her death date as National Women's Day to honor her contributions to the country's independence and the promotion of women's rights. The holiday serves as a public holiday in Mozambique, celebrating the achievements and struggles of women in the nation.