Historic African Vessels
Explore Africa’s maritime past and present through the vessels that shaped it. From lake ferries and royal barges to warships and working cargo ships. Each one tells a story of movement, memory, and resilience across the continent’s waters.
MV Chauncy Maples
MV Chauncy Maples is a historic ship on Lake Malawi, often cited as the oldest motor vessel in Africa. Launched in 1901 as a missionary steamship, it
MV Ilala
MV Ilala is a historic passenger ferry that has operated on Lake Malawi in East Africa since 1951. Built in 1949 and assembled in Malawi, it makes wee