Indian Indentured LabourRoutes to South Africa(1860–1911)
Discover your ancestor's journey from India to South Africa. Search ship records, passenger lists, and employment details from the indenture period (1860-1911).
Comprehensive Historical Records
Explore detailed passenger records, ship manifests, and family connections from the indenture period
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Indian Laborers
Names, villages in India, ages, and families who shaped SA history
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Ship Journeys
From Indian ports to Durban - find your family's exact voyage
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Years of Indenture
1860-1911: The period that created South Africa's Indian diaspora
Preserving Heritage
Between 1860 and 1911, over 150,000 Indians arrived in Natal as indentured laborers. This database preserves their arrival records, helping descendants trace their family history and connect with their heritage.