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Slavery in Africa Before European Colonization: 15 Little-Known Facts

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5. Slaves in Domestic and Agricultural Roles

5. Slaves in Domestic and Agricultural Roles
Enslaved individuals in pre-colonial Africa worked in households or small farms, shaping community life. Photo by: ChatGPT

In pre-colonial Africa, the majority of enslaved individuals served in domestic settings or worked agricultural land. Unlike the large plantations seen later, these roles were often within households or small farms (source). Their daily lives were closely linked to the families and communities they served, shaping social interactions.

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