Ghana’s President, John Dramani Mahama, has led a solemn wreath-laying ceremony at the African Burial Ground National Monument in New York to honour the memory of enslaved Africans.
The ceremony formed part of activities marking the International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade, a global observance dedicated to acknowledging the suffering and legacy of enslaved Africans.
President Mahama’s participation underscores Ghana’s continued commitment to advocating for historical justice and recognition of the transatlantic slave trade as one of the gravest crimes against humanity.
The event also aligns with Ghana’s broader efforts at the United Nations, where the country is spearheading discussions on reparatory justice for Africa and people of African descent.
During his visit, President Mahama is expected to engage global leaders and present Ghana’s position on a landmark resolution seeking to formally recognise the trafficking and enslavement of Africans as crimes against humanity.
The wreath-laying ceremony served as a moment of reflection and remembrance, reinforcing calls for accountability, healing, and justice for the enduring impact of slavery on African communities worldwide.
