Tag: slavery
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Swahili Coast’s Battle with Slave Trade Legacy: Insight from Zanzibar, Mombasa, and Lamu
The East African Swahili coast, encompassing the cities of Zanzibar, Mombasa, and Lamu, is grappling with the complex legacy of the slave trade, a lucrative enterprise that significantly contributed to the region’s wealth from the 16th century onwards. Despite the abolition of slavery in the 19th century, the memory of this dark period remains painful…
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Brazilians Explore African Ancestry Through DNA Testing Initiatives
In Brazil, individuals are turning to DNA tests to uncover their African ancestry, a journey deeply rooted in the country’s history of slavery. The port district of Rio, known as Little Africa, serves as a significant reminder of the African influence and presence in Brazil. With the abolition of slavery in 1888, many historical documents…
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Ecuador Courts to Rule on Historic Exploitation Cases Involving Agricultural Workers and Japanese Company Furukawa
Ecuador is poised for landmark court rulings on historic cases of exploitation involving agricultural workers who allege decades of abuse on plantations. These workers, producing plant fiber for the Japanese company Furukawa, accuse the company of negligence, lack of safe working conditions, healthcare, and clean drinking water, alongside claims of child labor and modern slavery.…
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Zanzibar Commemorates Abolition of Slavery for the First Time
Zanzibar, a key historical point in the East African slave trade, commemorated the abolition of slavery for the first time, marking a significant day of remembrance for the centuries of human suffering caused by the slave trade. The event reflects a broader effort to promote global harmony, cultural cohesion, and the principles of peace. Additionally,…