Decline of traditional African cultures.
"Scramble for Africa"
European imperialism was motivated by a desire for economic gains in both regions.
Imperialism
The Berlin Conference of 1884Ð85 regulated European colonization and trade in Africa during the New Imperialism period. Expansion became fueled by the conference and previously unsubjugated lands in Africa ended up under European control during the nineteenth century
South Africa.
The Sub-Saharan region is a geographical term used to describe the area of Africa that lies south of the Sahara Desert. It includes countries such as Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, and Ghana.
The Seychelles is the smallest country of Subsaharan and all of Africa. Swaziland is the smallest country in Subsaharan Africa on the mainland.
Imperialism did not end all at once everywhere in Africa, but European colonization of Africa was disrupted by WW II, and following WW II there were a series of wars of independence which brought an end to European colonialism.
European Imperialism played a horrifying role in Africa. When Europe discovered Africa's mineral wealth, they enslaved the peoples, believing themselves better.
subsaharan africa
The military was involved in European imperialism in Africa by controlling unrest and protecting the citizens. Without their assistance, many European countries would have suffered significant loses due to attacks from locals.
"Scramble for Africa"