What happened in result of the Berlin Confrence of 1884-1885?

Answer 1

The Berlin Conference of 1884-1885 resulted in the formalization of European powers' claims over African territories, leading to the "Scramble for Africa." It established rules for the colonization and partitioning of the continent, with little regard for indigenous populations or existing political boundaries. The conference aimed to prevent conflict among European nations over Africa, but it ultimately intensified colonial rivalries and led to severe exploitation and oppression of African peoples. The arbitrary borders created during this period have had lasting impacts on African political and social structures.