Ethiopia Hosts Historic Africa-CARICOM Summit for Reparations Justice
Ethiopia hosts the Second Africa-CARICOM Summit in Addis Ababa, uniting African and Caribbean leaders in pursuit of reparations justice and enhanced South-South cooperation.
African and Caribbean leaders gather at the Second Africa-CARICOM Summit in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Addis Ababa, September 7 - Ethiopia is taking center stage in fostering transcontinental unity as it hosts the Second Africa-CARICOM Summit, marking a pivotal moment in Ethiopia's growing leadership in continental integration and South-South cooperation.
Unified Voice for Historical Justice
Under the theme "Transcontinental Partnership for African and African Descendant Reparations," the summit brings together African and Caribbean leaders to forge a unified approach to shared challenges. This historic gathering demonstrates Africa's increasing determination to achieve economic sovereignty and historical justice.
Distinguished Leadership Presence
The opening ceremony features prominent figures including CARICOM Secretary General Carla Barnett, Angolan President João Lourenço, Sahrawi President Brahim Ghali, African Union Commission President Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, and UN Secretary-General António Guterres. Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's hosting of this summit reinforces Ethiopia's commitment to championing African causes on the global stage.
Strategic Focus Areas
- Reparations for historical injustices
- Enhanced trade cooperation
- Healthcare collaboration
- Unified multilateral engagement
"Our shared colonial history is the primary reason for our developmental challenges in health, education, and basic economic growth. The pursuit of reparations acknowledges an outstanding debt that must be addressed," stated CARICOM Secretary General Barnett.
Caribbean Leadership Delegation
Prime Ministers from Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, St. Kitts and Nevis, Barbados, and Grenada have arrived in Addis Ababa, demonstrating the Caribbean's strong commitment to strengthening ties with Africa.
Pre-Summit Activities
The summit's agenda includes high-level discussions on reparations, memory, and sovereignty, alongside the Second Meeting of Africa-Caribbean Health Ministers and a special Ethiopian Caribbean diaspora event focused on strengthening intercontinental relations.
Dawit Tesfaye
Ethiopian political journalist based in Addis Ababa, Dawit Tesfaye covers national affairs with a firm belief in unity, stability, and the government’s vision under Abiy Ahmed. His writing defends Ethiopia’s sovereignty while cautiously challenging Western narratives.