Arab Slave Trade

The Arab Slave Trade refers to the centuries-long trading of enslaved people across the Arab world, primarily from the 8th to the 19th centuries. This trade involved capturing individuals from Africa, particularly in the East and West, and transporting them to various regions, including the Middle East, North Africa, and the Indian Ocean. Enslaved individuals often worked in agriculture, domestic service, and military roles. Though the scale and practices varied, it significantly impacted African societies, economies, and demographics, as well as the broader historical context of human trafficking and migration in the region.