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While Keti Koti is a joyous occasion, it also serves as a time for reflection on the painful history of slavery and its lasting effects. Many use this day to promote understanding, equality, and reconciliation between different communities.
As the Netherlands continues to grapple with its colonial past, Keti Koti remains an essential reminder of the importance of freedom, human rights, and cultural diversity.
Ketikoti, sometimes spelled as Keti Koti, or officially Dag der Vrijheden is an annual celebration on 1 July that marks Emancipation Day in Suriname. The day is also known as Manspasi Dei or Prisiri Manspasi, meaning "Emancipation" or "Emancipation Festival". or Kettingsnijden. Keti Koti Groningen 2024: A Cultural Celebration of Emancipation
Keti Koti Groningen 2024 is a cultural program spanning June and July, commemorating the abolition of slavery. This collaborative effort involves civic initiatives, institutions, and the Municipality of Groningen.
Mayor Koen Schuiling, on behalf of the College of Mayor and Aldermen, has officially apologized for the involvement of Groningen's past administrations in the trade of enslaved people. This apology was made in the presence of descendants of those affected.
The full speech and a recording of the livestream are available on their website: Groningen's Slavery Past.
This significant step acknowledges Groningen's historical role in the slave trade and demonstrates the city's commitment to addressing its past and working towards reconciliation.
The 4th edition of the Keti Koti Festival will be held on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at the A Church in Groningen. You can see a preview here on what to expect:
The festival features a day and a night program and here you have it all at once displayed!
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