Accra March Honors Burkina Faso's Traoré, Underscores Pan-African Unity

Accra Hosts 'Walk with Traoré' Amid Calls for African Unity Accra, Ghana – On May 27th, 2025, a vibrant march took place in Accra, Ghana, in support of Burkina Faso's President Ibrahim Traoré on the occasion of African Liberation Day. The event, dubbed the 'Walk with Ibrahim Traoré,' drew a significant number of participants who expressed their solidarity with the Burkinabe leader and their commitment to Pan-African unity. One marcher, interviewed during the event, stated, "Today, we are showing the world that Africa must unite. We are tired of Western interference and the exploitation of our resources." Another participant emphasized the historical context of the march, referencing the legacy of Kwame Nkrumah and the fight for African liberation. The march underscored the growing sentiment among many Africans for greater self-determination and a rejection of neo-colonial practices. The event concluded with a renewed commitment to the ideals of Pan-Africanism and a call for a unified and liberated continent.