The African American Association of Ghana ended the year with its annual All White Party, a longstanding tradition of the organisation.
The event brought together Diasporans, returnees, long-term residents and friends from Ghana and the global African Diaspora to reflect, reconnect and plan collectively.
It also recognised the social, cultural and economic contributions Afrodescendants continued to make across Ghana, while welcoming new arrivals and reaffirming the Association’s support role.
Ms Shannan Akosua Magee, President of the Association, said the organisation, formed more than three decades ago, was among the oldest Diasporan bodies on the African continent, supporting returnees through cultural programmes, domestic travel and informal networks of care.
She said the Association had operated from the W.E.B. DuBois Pan African Center for over 30 years and continued to hold monthly meetings there.
Ms Magee outlined plans for the coming year to strengthen return and reintegration experiences, including linking individuals living alone to community support for mental wellbeing, expanding domestic travel to deepen understanding of Ghana’s regions and traditions, and strengthening collaborations with Ghanaian businesses to ease transitions.
She said continued engagement with the Ghana Police Service would help new returnees feel safe and welcomed, while deeper interaction with traditional leaders would promote culturally grounded return experiences.
Ms Magee announced plans to introduce Ghanaian language courses, recognising language as vital to cultural understanding, respect and belonging.
She stressed the importance of preserving the Association’s long-standing presence at the W.E.B. DuBois Pan African Center, noting that “Discussions around continuity, are guided by a commitment to honour history, strengthen institutional stability and ensure that the organisation’s physical home reflects the legacy built over decades.”
She said the event also marked early momentum towards the Association’s 35th anniversary, adding that plans were underway to celebrate its history, highlight Afrodescendant contributions across Ghana and articulate a clear vision for the next generation.
