AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoReparatory Justice in the Spotlight: Heads of state and global advocates gathered in Accra for Juneteenth and the “Next Steps” reparations push, with Ghana’s President John Dramani Mahama urging the world to move from recognition to action, including truth-telling and reconciliation. Global Reparations Framework: The conference adopted a 19-point plan calling for formal apologies, a global reparations fund, debt relief, compensation, and the return of cultural property and ancestral remains—plus new working panels to drive restitution and legal pathways. Barbados at the Table: Prime Minister Mia Mottley backed a united Africa-Caribbean front and said the CARICOM reparation plan should be updated to reflect the impact of slavery on women and girls. Local Immigration Watch: Barbados reported that 1,696 people entered under CARICOM free movement over eight months, with immigration checks aimed at protecting Barbadians’ job opportunities. Powering Community Pride: Barbados Light & Power marked its 115th anniversary with staff awards and noted successful union negotiations. Culture Loss: Barbados mourned Sir Charles Emile Straker, co-founder and lead voice of The Merrymen, praised by leaders for shaping the island’s music and tourism story. Tourism & Travel: Barbados also heard about Grenada’s tourism drive drawing early positive interest from Barbadians.
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