Ghana seeks recognition of slave trade as a crime against humanity

Ghana’s foreign minister proposed a resolution at a forum in Bogotá, Colombia, to recognize the trans-Atlantic slave trade as a crime against humanity and to affirm the right to reparations. The initiative seeks to address historical injustices faced by African descendants due to the slave trade. This proposal aligns with ongoing discussions in Latin America and the Caribbean regarding reparative justice.

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