Sat Feb 15 18:43:39 UTC 2025: ## African Leaders Demand Reparations from Former Colonial Powers Amidst Ongoing Conflicts
**Addis Ababa, Ethiopia** – African leaders are demanding reparations from former colonial powers at the ongoing African Union summit in Addis Ababa. The 55-member bloc is seeking both formal apologies and financial compensation for the decades of exploitation and resource extraction suffered during colonial rule. This push for reparatory justice comes as the continent grapples with significant challenges, including armed conflicts in over 30 countries. The ongoing violence in Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo is expected to feature prominently in summit discussions, raising questions about the timing of the reparations debate. Experts are divided on whether this is the opportune moment to pursue this complex issue, with some arguing that addressing current crises should take precedence.
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