The slave ship Africa arrived with enslaved Africans in Jamaica. About 453 people had been taken aboard and approximately 415 arrived.

Vessel: Africa; flag: Great Britain; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 293. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: King, Thomas; Investor: King, Thomas; Captain: Calvert; Investor: Calvert; Investor: Camden, William; Captain: Atkins, Henry; Captain: Atkins, Thomas. The voyage began at London on 12 November 1797. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Anomabu (Gold Coast). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Kingston. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.