The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has announced that the United States Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) has expressed full support for Ghana’s proposed United Nations resolution seeking to declare the transatlantic slave trade as the gravest crime against humanity.
According to the Minister, the endorsement was secured during high-level engagements in Washington, where he met with the leadership of the influential caucus to rally support for the initiative championed by President John Dramani Mahama.
“I am in Washington to hold strategic engagements with the leadership of the influential and inspirational Congressional Black Caucus on President Mahama’s impending historic UN Resolution,” he stated.
Mr Ablakwa described the backing as a significant milestone for Ghana’s global advocacy, noting that the Congressional Black Caucus had offered “100 per cent support” for the draft resolution.
“Absolutely delighted to disclose that the Congressional Black Caucus has declared 100% support for Ghana’s UN Draft Resolution,” he said, adding that “this endorsement from the Conscience of Congress is most cherished and deeply appreciated.”
He emphasised that the development provides renewed momentum for Ghana’s push for reparatory justice and international recognition of the historical injustice.
“We clearly have an added momentum to our global campaign for reparatory justice,” he noted, underscoring the importance of global solidarity in advancing the cause.
The Minister further disclosed that discussions also focused on building a more structured and long-term partnership involving Ghana, the African Union, and the CBC.
He expressed appreciation to the Chair of the caucus, Yvette D. Clarke, and other members, including Gabe Felix Kofi Amo, stating, “We are united to make history on March 25, 2026.”