Leaders attending a two-day African Union (AU) summit in Addis Ababa have officially declared slavery, forced deportations, and colonialism as genocide and crimes perpetrated against Africans. This significant decision aims to formally acknowledge the lasting consequences of historical atrocities on the continent and its global diaspora.
AU Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf highlighted the resolution's importance, stating, "The conference recognises colonisation as a crime against humanity. That’s very important." He also voiced support for Palestine, calling for an end to the ongoing violence against its people.
In conjunction with this declaration, the AU member states have agreed to observe November 30 each year as the "African Day of Tribute to African Martyrs and Victims of the Transatlantic Slave Trade, Colonization, and Apartheid." This day is intended to commemorate those who suffered under these oppressive systems and to reinforce Africa's dedication to justice and remembrance.
Furthermore, AU leaders committed to keeping this matter under continuous review and to collaborate on efforts to achieve broader international recognition of this declaration. The move signifies the union's firm stance on addressing historical grievances and seeking global acknowledgment.
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