Belgium’s government was convicted for the forced removal of mixed-race girls from their mothers during its colonial rule in Congo, now the Democratic Republic of Congo. A Brussels appellate court overturned an earlier ruling, declaring these actions ‘systematic abductions’ and a ‘crime against humanity.’ Victims will receive compensation of €50,000 each. This landmark case highlights the historical injustices faced by Métis individuals from former Belgian colonies, marking a significant moment in acknowledging colonial-era atrocities.