Afro-Uruguayans

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Afro-Uruguayans (Spanish: Afrouruguayos), also known as Black Uruguayans (Spanish: Uruguayos negros), are Uruguayans with predominantly or total Black African ancestry. Afro-Uruguayans are generally considered the second-largest ethnic group in the country, although in much smaller numbers compared to the majority European-descended population, as they make up less than 11% of Uruguay's population. People of African descent first arrived in Uruguay during the period of Spanish colonization, when many were forcibly brought as slaves. Following the abolition of slavery in the mid-19th century, a significant number of Afro-Brazilians settled in the country’s northeastern region, as the borders between Uruguay and the Empire of Brazil were poorly defined and slavery persisted in Brazil at the time. Afro-Uruguayan groups seeking political advancement first began to organize in the 1930s. Throughout the late 20th century and early 21st century, various organizations have arisen to combat racism...

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