African and Caribbean leaders convened in Accra, Ghana from June 17-19 for a landmark summit addressing slavery and its lasting impacts. The meeting follows a historic United Nations resolution passed in March acknowledging the consequences of slavery. Discussions center on translating the UN resolution’s symbolic progress into tangible proposals for reparations. The summit aims to foster a unified voice between Africa and its diaspora on the complex issue of redress. Leaders are working to develop concrete strategies and frameworks for seeking reparations for the centuries of exploitation and its continuing effects. This represents a significant step towards a coordinated international effort to address historical injustices. The outcome of the summit is expected to shape future negotiations and advocacy efforts.