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Ecuadorians of predominantly Sub-Saharan African descent
- Afro-Ecuadorians or Afroecuatorianos (Spanish), are Ecuadorians of predominantly Sub-Saharan African descent.
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Most Afro-Ecuadorians are the descendants of enslaved Africans who were transported by predominantly British slavers to Ecuador from the early 16th century. In 1553, the first enslaved Africans reached Ecuador in Quito when a slave ship heading to Peru was stranded off the Ecuadorian coast.
While Afro-Ecuadorians fare considerably better than indigenous people on nearly every socio-economic indicator, they still lag behind their white/mestizo counterparts. Moreover, there is evidence that this group still faces regional inequalities and racial discrimination, particularly in urban areas.
Learn about the Afro Ecuadorian community, descendants of enslaved Africans brought by Spanish slavers in 1553. Discover their culture, music, religion and organizations, and the discrimination and poverty they face in Ecuador.
Jul 17, 2020 · Learn how Afro-Ecuadorians shaped the country's culture and are changing its future in Esmeraldas, Chota Valley and Guayaquil. Discover their music, food, traditions and challenges through stories, photos and tips.
Jun 14, 2019 · On the northern coast of Ecuador where García grew up, Esmeraldas province is populated primarily by self-emancipated Africans and the descendants of the enslaved who either escaped or were...
Aug 22, 2018 · Learn about the journey of Afro-Ecuadorians from slavery to independence to ethnic rights. Discover how they resisted, rebelled and celebrated their culture and identity in Ecuador.
The descendants of enslaved Africans (sometimes called Afro-Ecuadorans) live mainly in the northwest coastal region of Esmeraldas and in the Chota River valley in the northern highlands. Both communities have distinctive cultures and are well-defined ethnic groups.
