The Diaspora Summit 2025 has wrapped up in Accra on a high note, celebrating African culture, music, and the remarkable contributions of Pan-Africanists.
The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, and boxing legend Azumah Nelson were among the 21 awardees honoured at the Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah Diaspora Awards.
The gala dinner and awards night recognised individuals for their outstanding contributions to national development, entrepreneurship, cultural advocacy, and social impact.
Award recipients included Benjamin Lloyd Crump, honoured for his advocacy for justice for Black people in the diaspora, and Aliko Mohammad, who received the Global Business Excellence Award.
Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, emphasised that reparatory justice for Africans is long overdue and that a united African voice can bring about meaningful change.
Participants at the summit called for stronger diaspora engagement policies, increased investment, and sustained advocacy for reparatory justice.
The event was a vibrant showcase of African culture, featuring performances by the Asa Band and energetic dancing by members of the diaspora community.
As the summit draws to a close, attention is shifting towards translating the momentum generated into measurable and sustainable outcomes.
Source: myxyzonline.com
