Ghana plans to present a resolution to the United Nations in March to officially recognize the African slave trade as the 'most serious crime against humanity.' Announced by President John Mahama, this initiative is backed by the African Union and Caribbean countries, aiming to address what is termed as a historical injustice. The first step of this resolution intends to acknowledge the extensive suffering caused by the transatlantic slave trade, a topic that has garnered significant attention in the realms of international human rights and reparative justice.

In his declaration, President Mahama emphasized the importance of this recognition, stating that the transatlantic slave trade represents one of the largest injustices in human history. The resolution aims not only to gain formal acknowledgment from the international community but also to spark discussions regarding potential reparations for descendants of those affected by slavery. This step is seen as crucial in rectifying historical wrongs and promoting greater understanding and healing among nations involved in the transatlantic slave trade.

The support from the African Union and Caribbean nations underscores a broader consensus on the need to confront and address the legacies of slavery. With the resolution, Ghana seeks to play a pivotal role in initiating a critical dialogue on reparative justice and historical acknowledgment at a global level, reflecting growing movements that aim to address historical injustices and their ongoing impacts on contemporary societies.