Tag: Zanzibar
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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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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,…