WHAT IS PRAZO SYSTEM?

The Prazo system was a land tenure system established in Angola during Portuguese colonial rule, primarily in the 19th century. It allowed Portuguese settlers, known as "prazos," to obtain large tracts of land in exchange for paying taxes and providing certain services to the colonial government. This system often marginalized local populations, as it facilitated the displacement of indigenous communities and the exploitation of their resources. Ultimately, the Prazo system contributed to ongoing social and economic inequalities in Angola even after independence.