Ghana is intensifying its diplomatic efforts at the United Nations to secure global recognition of the transatlantic slave trade as a crime against humanity. The move combines political advocacy with cultural expression to highlight the lasting impact of slavery on African societies and the global Black community.
Speaking in New York, President John Dramani Mahama stressed that the legacy of slavery is rooted in the systematic dehumanization of Africans, which continues to shape inequalities today. His remarks were delivered during a high-level meeting focused on reparatory justice.
Ghana has formally submitted a draft resolution to the United Nations General Assembly, aiming to reshape global understanding of the slave trade and its long-term consequences. Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa emphasized that the initiative is about recognition and dignity, not comparison of historical suffering.
He rejected the notion that slavery should be treated as a closed chapter, arguing that ignoring its lasting effects undermines justice and accountability. Ghana is also expanding efforts to document and preserve historical records of slavery to strengthen its case on the global stage.
