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Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa

Also known as: Mr. Ablakwa · the Minister · Ablakwa · Mr Ablakwa · Foreign Affairs Minister · Mr Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa · Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey · Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah · the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources · Mr. Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah · Minister of Lands and Natural Resources · Samuel A. Jinapor · Minister for Foreign Affairs

Ghana's Foreign Affairs Minister who has addressed xenophobic attacks on Ghanaians in South Africa and articulated Ghana's UN resolution on reparatory justice from the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade.

Politics

Ghana's UN resolution demands restitution, healing, not development aid

The News

Ghana's Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa clarified that the country's UN resolution on reparatory justice seeks restitution, healing, and the return of stolen artefacts from the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade, rather than development funding. Ablakwa stressed the initiative focuses on accountability from perpetrators and was presented to the diplomatic corps, with the European Union expressing readiness to collaborate.

Why it matters

Ghana's UN resolution on slavery reparations and restitution reflects the nation's leadership on historical justice and accountability.

12 hours ago · Joy Online

Yesterday

  1. Ghana's UN resolution demands restitution, healing, not development aid

    Ghana's Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa clarified that the country's UN resolution on reparatory justice seeks restitution, healing, and the return of stolen artefacts from the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade, rather than development funding. Ablakwa stressed the initiative focuses on accountability from perpetrators and was presented to the diplomatic corps, with the European Union expressing readiness to collaborate.

    12 hours ago · Joy Online

  2. Minority urges action on xenophobic attacks against Ghanaians in South Africa

    Ghana's Minority Caucus on Parliament's Foreign Affairs Committee has called for urgent action following recent xenophobic attacks on Ghanaians in South Africa, citing assaults on individuals and attacks on businesses in areas including KwaZulu-Natal, Durban and Gauteng. The caucus welcomed efforts by Ghana's Foreign Affairs Minister and South Africa's president but said these steps are insufficient, calling on South African authorities to arrest and prosecute those responsible.

    15 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times

  3. Ghana Parliament Minority demands action on South Africa xenophobic attacks

    Ghana's Parliamentary Minority Caucus has called for immediate action by Ghanaian and South African governments in response to xenophobic attacks on Ghanaians and other African nationals in South Africa, citing reports of violence in KwaZulu-Natal, Durban, and Gauteng, including targeting of Ghanaian-owned businesses and denial of services to victims.

    15 hours ago · Joy Online

  4. Minority demands Mahama-Ramaphosa talks over South Africa xenophobic attacks

    Ghana's Parliamentary Minority Caucus has called for presidential-level intervention over xenophobic violence targeting Ghanaians and other African nationals in South Africa, citing recent attacks in KwaZulu-Natal, Durban and Gauteng on businesses, traders and residents.

    16 hours ago · Joy Online

  5. Stakeholders urged to join street children awareness initiative

    The Executive Director of Cherish a Child Foundation called on stakeholders to join the National Streetism Awareness Project to raise awareness about street children's plight and promote collective action for child protection. The appeal was made at the International Day for Street Children, with emphasis that street children deserve compassion and that coordinated action is needed to support their well-being.

    22 hours ago · Joy Online

Tuesday 28 April

  1. Government revokes Adamus Resources mining leases over law breaches

    Ghana's government has revoked the Akango, Salman and Nkroful mining leases held by Adamus Resources Limited following investigations that revealed illegal mining activities, regulatory breaches, unlawful subcontracting without ministerial approval, and environmental damage including land destruction and water pollution.

    28 April 2026 · The Chronicle

Monday 27 April

  1. Government revokes Adamus Resources mining leases for illegal operations

    Ghana's Minister for Lands and Natural Resources revoked the mining leases of Adamus Resources Limited after investigations found multiple breaches of mining laws, including unauthorized sub-contracting, operations without approved plans or permits, and illegal galamsey activities involving foreign nationals on concessions at Akango, Salman, and Nkroful.

    27 April 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  2. Gender minister meets Queen Mothers Association on development

    The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection met with leadership of the Queen Mothers Association from all sixteen regions to discuss advancing gender parity and community development. The Association highlighted its role in the passage of the Affirmative Action Act and called for stronger collaboration in governance structures.

    27 April 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  3. Ghana's foreign minister urges African leaders to condemn South African xenophobic attacks

    Ghana's Minister of Foreign Affairs Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa called on African leaders to strongly condemn recurring xenophobic attacks against West African nationals, particularly Ghanaians, in South Africa, saying they undermine Pan-African values. Ghana has engaged South African authorities at the highest levels, and the South African government has expressed regret and assured investigations and measures to curb the attacks.

    27 April 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Saturday 25 April

  1. Ghana condemns South African xenophobia, urges restraint

    Ghana's Foreign Affairs Ministry condemned xenophobic attacks in South Africa and appealed to Ghanaians to avoid retaliatory strikes against South African businesses. Minister Ablakwa summoned South Africa's Acting High Commissioner and urged Ghanaians to show maturity and restraint despite viral reports of attacks on foreign nationals.

    25 April 2026 · Joy Online

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