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Slavery and ancient civilization. In ancient Africa, long before the transatlantic slave trade, various forms of servitude existed. Tribes sometimes captured enemies in warfare, integrating them into their communities or using them for labor. The rise of powerful kingdoms like Mali and Sungai saw the establishment of trade routes that included the exchange of goods and people. As demand for labor grew, particularly in agriculture and mining, the practice of slavery expanded. However, it was often different from later forms. Many enslaved individuals could earn their freedom and were sometimes assimilated into families. This complex history laid the groundwork for the tragic developments that would follow in the centuries to come.

Slavery and ancient civilization. In ancient Africa, long before the transatlantic slave trade, various forms of servitude existed. Tribes sometimes captured e…