news Scmp World 2026-07-21

Slavery Persists on Indonesian Island of Sumba, Despite Being Illegal

Despite being illegal for over 160 years, slavery remains a harsh reality on the Indonesian island of Sumba, where individuals are born into bondage and face lifelong exploitation.

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