Discuss the role of two individuals in the slave trade in Africa.

The question requires that candidates offer a considered and balanced review of the roles played by two individuals in the slave trade. Candidates may refer to their chosen individuals’ roles in procuring slaves for the market, whether it be raiding, trafficking or selling. Participation of individuals for personal gain or profit may also be discussed as may opposition to the trade by missionaries and diplomats in Africa or involvement in the parliamentary abolitionist movement. Candidates may comment on the nature of the trade in different regions, for example between the Atlantic trade and East African trade, but only in the context of the role of individuals. Candidates may choose to adopt a comparative approach even though this is not a requirement of the set question.