Slavery in Africa

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Slavery in Africa

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Slavery in Africa existed long before the arrival of Europeans, with evidence dating back to ancient times. It was practiced by various African societies and was not introduced solely by Muslims. While domestic and royal servants did face harsh treatment, slavery also involved the buying and selling of individuals for labor and other forms of exploitation. Slavery was more prominent in certain regions and societies, but it cannot be accurately stated that it never involved more than two percent of the population. North Africa did have a significant history of slavery, particularly under various empires and during the trans-Saharan slave trade.