Colonialism in Africa
Why do Europeans want to take the handover of Africa?
Europeans wants to take handover of Africa because of their rich heritage such as gold and other expensive things.
Who are the popular leaders who fight against the Europeans?
Queen Nzinga of Angola, Patrice Lumumba of the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Nelson Mandela of South Africa are some popular leaders who fight against the colonial rule.
Who are some of the powerful rulers of Africa before the colonial period?
Ghana and Mali are powerful rulers before the colonial period.
What is the pan-Africanism movement?
pan-Africanism movement brought Africans together from different countries who shared the dream of independence and unity.
When majority of African countries get independence?
By 1960’s majority of African countries get independence and it ends the formal colonial rule.
Colonialism in Africa
Colonialism in Africa spanned from the mid-19th century to the mid-20th century. It fundamentally changed the social, economic, and political landscape of Africa, and left a mark that lasts to this day. The major motives for colonizing Africa are Economic Exploitation, Strategic Interests, Competition, Rivalry, overpopulation in Europe, and economic opportunities.
In this article, we will discuss colonialism in Africa and the pre-colonial period and how it impacted Africa in detail. Let’s start.
Table of Content
- Colonialism in Africa – Overview
- Historical Context of Colonialism in Africa
- Pre-Colonial Africa
- European Colonization of Africa
- Colonial Administration
- Social and Cultural Impact of Colonialism
- Resistance and Independence Movements
- Decolonization and Independence
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