USS Africa (NCC-77012)

The USS Africa (NCC-77012) was a explorer in service to the Federation Starfleet in the late 24th century. 

The Africa was launched from the Utopia Planitia Fleet Yards in 2377, and was placed under the command of Captain Montgomery Andoh.

In 2379, the Africa was chosen by Starfleet Command to participate in a "Great Starship Race" against entrants from all over the Alpha and Beta Quadrants. While Captain Andoh was initially skeptical about the race, he quickly became enamoured with the idea after it was revealed that the USS Daedalus (NCC-74310), commanded by his old rival, Christopher Mackenzie, was also a participant in the race.

Prior to setting of from Pharos Station, the Africa's warp drive was partially disabled, meaning that she couldn't travel beyond warp factor 4, in order to ensure a fair race. When the race eventually began, the Africa got a good lead over the Daedalus. Five hours into the race, the Daedalus lost contact with the Africa and proceeded to investigate.

Upon reaching the Africa's last known coordinates, the Daedalus discovered a mass debris field which was identified to be the Africa. Sensor scans revealed that the Africa had entered a dense ion storm which had eventually led to the ship's destruction. (: "Tsunami")