Slave Coast of West Africa New World traditions—Brazilian-style dress, cuisine and speaking Portuguese had become the main requirements for Brazilian identity, regardless of ethnicity, religion, or geographic location. 7. Anissa Smith Slave Coast of West Africa The Slave Coast is a historical name formerly used for parts of coastal West Africa along the Bight of Benin. The name is derived from the region's history as a major source of African slaves during the Atlantic slave trade from the early 16th century to the late 19th century. Other nearby coastal regions historically known by their prime colonial export are the Gold Coast, the Ivory Coast, and
PZ Cussons Ghana which imported goods from Europe for distribution and sale in the Gold Coast and West Africa as a whole. The Company also engaged in the export of produce from the West African region to Europe. PZ Cussons Ghana Limited manufactures, distributes and sells soaps, cosmetics and over-the-counter pharmaceutical preparations. The company's products are for export and also for local Ghanaian consumption. PZ Cussons Ghana PZ Cussons Ghana () is a major manufacturer of personal healthcare products, and consumer goods. It operates in Ghana, and is a subsidiary of PZ Cussons. They are listed on the stock index of the Ghana