In this Part-2 of Afro-Mexicans series, we continue to look at the history of Black Mexico, and a community’s struggle for recognition. The country's African population is growing and trying to keep pace with a fast-changing world.

Mexico is home to more than a million Afromexicans, but their fight for recognition continues. Since a 2001 amendment, Mexico's constitution has recognized different indigenous groups – a change which affords marginalized regions greater development funding. However, the Black population here faces challenges.

"We need a lot of development. There's no safe drinking water, we need electricity, and better social infrastructure. When it comes to healthcare, it's unbelievable. If you have an accident and go to the local clinic, you won't even find a pill for your headache. We've been left behind," said Maximo Mayren, Afromexican Community Leader.

Mexico's Afro-Mexican population is growing. The migration crisis has seen thousands of African and Haitian migrants, denied entry to the U.S., remain in Mexico.

CGTN's Alasdair Baverstock reports on what the future holds for Afro-Mexicans and their place in society.