The island of Goree as seen on approach by boat from Dakar. From a distance, the island looks like any other ancient settlement with a mixture of colourful maroon and yellow buildings glistening in the sun. Fred Oluoch
OVER A CENTURY AND A HALF AFTER THE ABOlition of slave trade, Goree Island off the coast of Senegal still stands as a stark reminder of one of the darkest moments of Africa, and indeed humanity.
A mere three kilometres out in sea opposite the capital city of Dakar, Goree Island is like any other ancient settlement with a mixture of colourful maroon and yellow buildings glistening in the sun.
