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Africa Unites for Reparations: 2025 Declared Year of Justice

3/8/2026

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The Wakati Wetu festival in Nairobi focused on reparative justice.
The African Union labeled slavery and colonialism as crimes against humanity.
The African Union declared 2025 the Year of Reparations.
Ghana is leading these efforts, with President John Mahama advocating for a united continental approach.
Organizers say arts and culture can make the reparations debate more accessible and impactful across Africa.

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The Wakati Wetu festival in Nairobi focused on reparative justice.
The African Union labeled slavery and colonialism as crimes against humanity.
The African Union declared 2025 the Year of Reparations.
Ghana is leading these efforts, with President John Mahama advocating for a united continental approach.
Organizers say arts and culture can make the reparations debate more accessible and impactful across Africa.