Transatlantic slave trade declared the gravest crime against humanity: What does it mean for Africa today?
17 Apr 2026, 18:51 GMT
By CGTN
Topic: africa
Credit: CGTN
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The UN General Assembly declared the transatlantic slave trade the âgravest crime against humanity,â marking a major shift in global justice discourse. The non-binding resolution strengthens calls for reparations, including apologies, restitution, and return of cultural artifacts.