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What was one of the main problems with the borders that Europeans established in Africa?
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When europeans colonized Africa in the 1800s what were colonial borders based on?
At that early point in the history of colonial Africa most borders were based on geographical features, primarily rivers.
Who were the first Europeans to establish a regime in Africa South of the Sahara?
The 1st Europeans to establish a regime, in Africa south of the Sahara, were the English. England established a regime in South Africa.
Is pan-africanism a realistic alternative to the arbitrary borders left by Europeans?
No, organizations and alliances like the AU are a great start to solving problems in the continent and maintaining peace, but the same problems would only get worse if borders were erased. The reason the European laid borders are problematic is because ethnic groups were pushed together or split up arbitrarily. Erasing borders and calling Africa a single entity would re-spark ethnic tensions and cause a sovereignty nightmare. Africa can not be governed as a whole and borders show where the extent of a government's power rests.
Is Pan-African a realistic alternative to the arbitrary borders left by Europeans?
No, organizations and alliances like the AU are a great start to solving problems in the continent and maintaining peace, but the same problems would only get worse if borders were erased. The reason the European laid borders are problematic is because ethnic groups were pushed together or split up arbitrarily. Erasing borders and calling Africa a single entity would re-spark ethnic tensions and cause a sovereignty nightmare. Africa can not be governed as a whole and borders show where the extent of a government's power rests.
Europeans established southern africa s coastal cities as?
Europeans established South African coastal cities as trading ports. This was especially common during the slave trade but was used for other commodities as well.
What was one major problem caused by Europeans drawing new African borders during the Scramble for Africa?
The new borders ignored the cultural and political traditions of different African groups.
What extent were west African countries developed before the arrival of the europeans?
There were no country's as such in Africa the borders that are found there now are a result if imperialist borders. from a European point of view there was no development in Africa other then warrior tribes controlling loosely defined areas .
The Indian Ocean borders which coast of Africa?
The Indian Ocean borders the east coast of Africa.
What are the four accomplishments of Prince Henry the Navigator?
he found a sea route to Africa and he and his crew was the first europeans to reach India sea he also established settlements in Brazil in south America also established trading posts in important coastal areas of Africa and Asia
Who established African borders of modern African nations?
The Berlin Conference which took place in the late 19th century determined many of the borders of present day Africa. Most of the borders were arbitrary and made little sense relating to potential conflict.
How did Europeans get their information about Africa?
They explored Africa.
Which country does South Africa borders on the north?
On the north South Africa borders Botswana, Zimbabwe and Mozambique
