Kunta Kinteh Island, formerly known as James Island, is located in the Gambia River in The Gambia. It is historically significant as a former slave trading post during the transatlantic slave trade. The island was named after Kunta Kinteh, a man from the Mandinka ethnic group who was captured and sold into slavery. Today, Kunta Kinteh Island is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, recognized for its cultural and historical importance. Visitors can explore the remnants of the fort and learn about the island's role in the slave trade, as well as its connection to the broader history of slavery and African heritage.