Africa urges UN to declare slavery “the most serious crime against humanity”
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- •The African Union has adopted a resolution describing slavery and colonialism as genocide.
- •The same African Union resolution characterizes slavery and colonisation as crimes against humanity.
- •African states, acting through the African Union, are urging the United Nations to declare slavery as “the most serious crime against humanity.”
- •The push for UN recognition of slavery as the most serious crime against humanity is being reported as a coordinated African regional initiative.
- •The development has been reported by Africanews and Milenio, indicating both African and broader regional media coverage.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If the UN General Assembly adopts a resolution declaring slavery the most serious crime against humanity This could strengthen the legal and political basis for African states and affected communities to pursue reparations or formal apologies from former colonial powers.
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AFRICAAfricanewsAfrican Union adopts resolution calling slavery and colonialism genocideAFRICAAfricanewsAfrican Union adopts resolution describing slavery and colonisation as crimes against humanityREGIONALMilenio (Mexico)África exige a ONU que la esclavitud sea "el crimen más grave contra la humanidad"