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World Service,26 May 2022,29 mins

Born a slave

The Comb

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鈥業 ran away鈥: For many years, Brahim and Maymouna were enslaved. They were born into Mauritania鈥檚 slave caste - the Haratin and denied their liberty, even though slavery has been officially banned. It was only when Brahim was a teenager that he gradually began to question and resist his circumstances. From an early age, Maymouna鈥檚 life revolved around serving a master who treated her badly. Maymouna eventually escaped and has started to build a new life for herself. Thanks for listening. Let us know what you think. #TheComb Get in touch: thecomb@bbc.com

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