African Independence
- Peaceful negotiations: Some countries, like Ghana in 1957, achieved independence through negotiations with the colonial power.
- Armed struggle: Others, like Algeria in 1962, gained independence through armed resistance against colonial rule.
- Gradual transitions: A few countries, like Tunisia in 1956, experienced a more gradual transition towards independence.
Decolonisation in Africa (1951-1980)
Decolonisation of Africa was the period after World War II when the European countries gave up control of their African colonies and these territories became Independent Nations. It happened between the mid-1950s to 1975. Decolonization has become a crucial chapter in African history and impacts its political landscape, economy, and society even today. Africa faced many challenges after gaining Independence like building and forming New governments, addressing economic inequalities, and dealing with the legacy of colonialism.
In this article, we are going to learn about Decolonization in Africa, its positives and challenges. Let’s start.
Table of Content
- About Decolonization of Africa
- List of Independence of Various African Nations Since 1951
- Scramble for Africa
- Historical Background of Decolonization of Africa
- Causes of the Decolonization of Africa (Internal and External)
- Aftermath of Decolonization of Africa
- African Independence
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