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Commemorating Freedom and Emancipation: The TBA x Keti Koti 2025 "Nobody Is Free, Until Everybody Is Free" Event

This powerful program links the abolition of slavery to ongoing global human rights and justice movements.

The TBA x Keti Koti 2025 event, titled "Nobody Is Free, Until Everybody Is Free," commemorates the abolition of trans-Atlantic slavery and celebrates emancipation. This program connects historical events to contemporary issues of inequality, injustice, and human rights globally. Engage with panel discussions and a pop-up exhibition showcasing stories of liberation and international solidarity.

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Exhibition summary

This event commemorates the abolition of trans-Atlantic slavery and celebrates emancipation while addressing ongoing struggles for freedom worldwide. It connects historical events to contemporary issues of inequality and injustice, emphasizing global solidarity.

Curatorial context

On July 1st, marking Keti Koti / Kadena Kibra, The Black Archives commemorates the abolition of trans-Atlantic slavery while acknowledging the continuation of colonial systems. This event highlights that freedom remains an aspiration for millions globally, connecting historical emancipation to contemporary struggles against human rights violations, colonial oppression, and conflicts in regions like Congo, Palestine, and Sudan. The program features panel discussions with speakers like Dionne Abdoelhafiezkhan, Mitchell Esajas, Kjelld Kroon, Eben Badu, Glodi Mbwete, and Jane Ortet, exploring the interconnectedness of diaspora communities and the meaning of freedom when others are not free. It also includes a critical look at the progress since official apologies for slavery and a forward-looking discussion on the 'Route Naar Herstel'. A pop-up exhibition, 'Nobody Is Free, Until Everybody Is Free,' will be open, showcasing underrepresented stories of liberation struggles and international solidarity, from Anton de Kom to Zwarte soldiers fighting fascism. A special newspaper and limited edition t-shirt are also available, with proceeds supporting organizations working for liberation and equality in Congo, Palestine, and Sudan.

Admission and ticket notes

Specific ticketing information is not detailed on this page, but the event includes a pop-up exhibition and panels. Visitors are encouraged to check for details related to the Keti Koti festival for potential access information. The general opening hours for The Black Archives are Wednesday to Saturday, 10:00 to 17:00.

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The Black Archives
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Jul 1, 2025 – Jul 1, 2025
Artist line / attribution
Featured speakers include Dionne Abdoelhafiezkhan, Mitchell Esajas, Kjelld Kroon, Eben Badu, Glodi Mbwete, and Jane Ortet. Performances by spoken word artist Nicchelle Buyne and musician Lois Godeken. Voordracht by Emmanuella Boateng. The event also involves Zwart Manifest.
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