Was the impact of 19th century imperialism on Africa positive or negative?

[Miley B]

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Here are some positives and Negatives:

Negative Effects

Much of the land was taken by other countries. There was little land that belonged to any native Africans.

Splitting up ethnic groups into separate countries, combining enemy ethnic groups into the same country.

More powerful weapons introduced to existing warring factions.

Deaths from foreign diseases.

Social division and racial strife.
Countries are left underdeveloped

Destruction of traditional culture.

One of the most unfortunate effects is that after the imperial powers started pulling out after World War 2 there was a power vaccuum. In many African countries the imperialists were replaced by home-grown dictators.

Positive Effects

Development of infrastructure.

Advances in agriculture.

Moderation in wars between African tribes.

Introduction on modern medicine.
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