Ghana will host a high-level international conference on reparatory justice from June 17 to 19, 2026, in Accra, following a historic United Nations General Assembly resolution declaring the trans-Atlantic enslavement of Africans a crime against humanity.
The conference, to be held under the auspices of President John Dramani Mahama, who also serves as the African Union Champion for Reparations, is intended to build on the momentum generated by the landmark resolution.
The resolution, which received the backing of 123 UN member states, marks a significant milestone in global recognition of historical injustices linked to the trafficking and racialised chattel enslavement of Africans.
Organizers say the Accra meeting will bring together heads of state, foreign ministers, academics, legal experts, activists, and representatives of regional and international organizations to deliberate on the next phase of the reparations agenda.
Central to the discussions will be how to translate the resolution—A/RES/80/250—into a practical and coordinated global framework, including policy approaches and institutional mechanisms to sustain international engagement.
As part of the programme, participants will also take part in a historic first-ever Juneteenth commemoration at Christiansborg Castle, a site closely linked to the trans-Atlantic slave trade. The event is expected to serve as a moment of reflection, remembrance, and renewed commitment to justice, in collaboration with members of the African diaspora, particularly from the United States.
Officials say the conference aims to strengthen Africa’s collective voice on reparatory justice, deepen collaboration among participating countries, and foster stronger ties with international partners and diaspora communities.
Expected outcomes include a set of recommendations and forward-looking actions to guide future engagements at both continental and global levels.
The Government of Ghana has indicated that further details on participation and accreditation are available through official channels, as preparations intensify for what is being described as a defining moment in the global reparations movement.
Source: www.kumasimail.com
