Ghana celebrated African Union Day on Friday with a flag ceremony at the State House. Officials raised flags to honor leaders who started the African Union 62 years ago. The theme focused on justice and reparations for African people around the world. Communications Minister Samuel Nartey George spoke about unity across the continent. School children and diplomats watched the special ceremony together.
George praised Ghana's first president, Kwame Nkrumah, for supporting African unity long ago. He said Nkrumah wanted all African countries to work as one team. President Mahama leads continental efforts for reparative justice at African Union meetings. The minister explained how reparations help fix problems from slavery and colonialism. These efforts align with Africa's development plans for the future.
Morocco's ambassador, Imane Ouaadil, said Ghana has championed reparations for many years. Ghana held major conferences about reparations in 2022 and 2023 before other countries joined. The Accra meetings brought together African leaders and diaspora communities worldwide. These conferences created important declarations about racial healing and justice. African countries must work together to build peace and prosperity.
The ceremony featured a photo exhibition showing African history and progress. Security forces marched during the official parade at the State House. Diplomatic representatives from African countries attended the morning celebration. The pictures displayed Ghana's strong support for continental unity and reparations. Students learned about African cooperation and shared history during the educational event.
George praised Ghana's first president, Kwame Nkrumah, for supporting African unity long ago. He said Nkrumah wanted all African countries to work as one team. President Mahama leads continental efforts for reparative justice at African Union meetings. The minister explained how reparations help fix problems from slavery and colonialism. These efforts align with Africa's development plans for the future.
Morocco's ambassador, Imane Ouaadil, said Ghana has championed reparations for many years. Ghana held major conferences about reparations in 2022 and 2023 before other countries joined. The Accra meetings brought together African leaders and diaspora communities worldwide. These conferences created important declarations about racial healing and justice. African countries must work together to build peace and prosperity.
The ceremony featured a photo exhibition showing African history and progress. Security forces marched during the official parade at the State House. Diplomatic representatives from African countries attended the morning celebration. The pictures displayed Ghana's strong support for continental unity and reparations. Students learned about African cooperation and shared history during the educational event.
