What did Kenya get from Britain?

Answer 1

In 1886 the UK gained control of East Africa. But, the British were pooling their resources for South Africa. So, in 1888, they allowed a corporation (Imperial British East Africa Company) to take control of East Africa. By 1894, though, the company was failing, so the British Government took control. In 1895 East Africa became a Protectorate of the United Kingdom. In 1920, British East Africa was split into the Uganda Protectorate and the Kenya Colony. Kenya remained a colony until 1963, when they gained their independence.

Answer 2

The British empire wanted Kenya because it was strategically located and had a port that would facilitate transportation of goods or raw materials. Kenya also had vast fertile lands that had not been cultivated and would be used for agriculture.

Answer 3

they ruled using direct rule

ANS 2 They ruled through a Governor with District Comissioners under him as was done in many of Britains African colonies. In effect the DC was like a local Mayor but with far more power and no worries about re-election.

Answer 4

They ruled through a Governor with District Commissioners under him as was done in many of Britain's African colonies. In effect the DC was like a local Mayor but with far more power and no worries about re-election.

Answer 5

Yes, until 1963.