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Kunta Kinteh Island

UNESCO slave trade site

The Gambia , Albreda Founded 2003 11-50

Operating Since2003 (23y)

About Kunta Kinteh Island

Kunta Kinteh Island (formerly James Island) is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Gambia River, an important memorial site of the transatlantic slave trade. The island is associated with Alex Haley's novel "Roots" and is one of The Gambia's most significant historical attractions.

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CountryThe Gambia

Founded2003

TypeNon-profit

ModelB2C

Team Size11-50

Operating In

The Gambia

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