Yes, they were
True!
Ethiopia
Ethiopia was able to remain independent by defeating European military forces.
African military forces focused on fighting one another rather than European armies.
It left many African countries with the foundation to build modern economies.
It left many African countries dependent on foreign aid for survival. [APEX]
Ethiopia
It left many African countries dependent on foreign aid for survival. [APEX]
It created lasting political and economic instability in African countries.
Ethiopia and Liberia
In the "Scramble for Africa"
It increased competition and tension among a number of European countries