Senegal’s President calls for concrete action to advance UN reparations agenda
President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has urged world leaders and stakeholders to move beyond declarations and take practical steps toward implementing the United Nations Resolution on reparations for the descendants of enslaved Africans.
Speaking at the High-Level Consultative Conference on “Next Steps” under the UN Resolution on Enslaved Africans in Accra on Thursday, June 18, President Faye emphasized the need for coordinated action to transform commitments into meaningful outcomes.
He commended Ghana for its leadership in championing discussions on historical justice and reaffirmed Senegal’s support for efforts aimed at addressing the enduring effects of slavery and the transatlantic slave trade.
According to the Senegalese leader, the global reparations movement must focus on initiatives that engage ordinary citizens, particularly young people, academics, artists and civil society groups.
“Ladies and Gentlemen, our duty today is to actualise these resolutions and move with concrete action; actions which attract the people, actions which speak to the youth, artists, intellectuals and civil society,” President Faye said.
He further called for stronger collaboration among countries and communities connected by the legacy of slavery, including Africa, the Caribbean and the Americas.
“Action that reinforces cooperation between Africa, the Caribbean, the Americas and all stakeholders involved in this move,” he added.
President Faye highlighted Senegal’s ongoing efforts to deepen historical awareness and strengthen connections among people of African descent through education, research and cultural engagement.
“Senegal has convincingly rolled out a dynamic agenda constantly fostering a link between the people to support historical research, promote education and prepare a future more just and equal,” he stated.
The Senegalese President expressed optimism that the Accra gathering would serve as a turning point in the global campaign for reparatory justice, helping to advance a shared vision of dignity, equality and historical accountability.
The conference brought together heads of state, policymakers, academics, civil society organisations and members of the African diaspora to explore practical measures for implementing the UN resolution and addressing the long-term consequences of slavery and colonialism.
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