The slave ship Africa left the African coast carrying enslaved Africans toward Dominica. About 177 people had been taken aboard.

Vessel: Africa; flag: Great Britain; rig: Brig; estimated standardized tonnage: 110. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Heatley, Robert; Investor: Heatley, Robert; Investor: Barnes, John; Captain: Nevin, John. The voyage began at London on 30 January 1788. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Gambia (Senegambia and offshore Atlantic). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Dominica, place unspecified. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.