Repatriation

Goal: Secure Right of Abode within AU and EAC states for descendants of trafficked Africans.

What We’re Asking For

  • Clear legal pathways to permanent residency for eligible descendants
  • Streamlined processes that reduce predatory exposure
  • Recognition of the diaspora as partners in development

Benefits to African States

  • Justice and reconciliation: Address historical harms and strengthen social cohesion
  • Diaspora engagement: Increase investment, philanthropy, and skills inflow
  • Cultural ties: Shared heritage and exchanges that enrich society
  • Skills transfer: Experienced professionals boost human capital
  • Economic growth: New ventures, jobs, and innovation
  • Tourism uplift: Heritage-driven travel and cultural routes
  • Diplomacy: Signals openness and strengthens global standing
  • Regional integration: Diverse perspectives deepen cooperation