Scramble for Africa and the Berlin Conference

A meeting held in Berlin in 1884-85 where European powers formalized the division of Africa into colonies.

The political boundaries drawn by European powers during the Berlin Conference, which continue to influence the political landscape of Africa today.

The economic and political structures imposed by European colonizers, which have hindered Africa's development after independence.

Many scholars believe that the problems facing Africa today, like poverty and instability, are rooted in the decisions made at the Berlin Conference.

The division of Africa by European powers at the Berlin Conference resulted in artificial boundaries that have contributed to conflict and instability in many African nations.

The act of sending settlers to a new land and establishing political control over it, potentially also including settling among and controlling native populations.

The ideology and practices associated with colonizing a new land, including imposing control and exploiting resources.

The policy of expanding a country's power and influence through colonization, using military force and other means.

An intense competition among European powers to acquire territories in Africa, fueled by the desire for resources and power.

A concept used to justify colonization by claiming European civilization as superior and Africa as backward.

The enjoyment of leisure, political authority, and advancement in philosophy, arts, and sciences.

The acquisition of political control over a territory by a foreign power.

A movement involving all the various groups of a particular region, such as a nation or continent.

A period of unrest and disorder within a country, often involving violence and protests.

A collection of people united based on their ethnicity, often working to protect their cultural interests.

Groups of workers organized to improve their working conditions and rights.

The state of being a self-governing entity, free from external control.

The process of achieving independence from a colonial power, allowing a country to govern itself.

A country's identity and purpose, often including its history, culture, and values.

A period of armed conflict within a country, often driven by political, economic, or ethnic tensions.

A metaphor for the European colonization of Africa. It suggests that European powers divided Africa among themselves, like a delicious cake, ignoring the wishes and rights of African people.

The main European powers involved in the Scramble for Africa, each seeking to establish colonies and secure resources.

A British colonial figure who epitomized the aggressive expansionism of the Scramble for Africa, using his wealth and power to take over vast territories.

The primary motive behind European colonization of Africa. European powers sought to exploit Africa's resources and establish trading posts for economic gain.

A key word that represents the forceful and aggressive manner in which European powers seized African land during the Scramble for Africa.

A contemporary artwork that uses mannequins dressed in Dutch wax print cotton to reflect on the Scramble for Africa.

The act or process of returning something or someone to their original country or nationality. This involves sending back items like artifacts to their rightful owners.

A language used officially by a government, in administration, and education.

A language considered a symbol of national unity and pride, representing the identity of a nation.

A language spoken by people of different language backgrounds for communication.

A language used in a region that is not native to that area but has a strong cultural, political, or economic influence.

A language native to a region, often used to promote national and cultural pride.

A language developed for communication between groups speaking different languages, simplified with vocabulary borrowed from various sources.

A language that combines features from two or more languages, with simplified grammar and vocabulary.

A group of ethnic people from Southeastern Nigeria, prominent during the Biafra War.

A secessionist state in Southeastern Nigeria (1967-1970), seeking independence from Nigeria.

A conflict between Biafra and Nigeria (1967-1970) marked by brutality and famine.

Actions by Biafra to separate themselves economically from Nigeria, such as creating their own currency.

The spread of information about the Biafra War, often emphasizing suffering in Biafra, aimed at influencing public opinion.

The role of foreign powers in the Biafra War, ranging from military support to humanitarian aid.

The belief that only a certain group of people (in this case, Europeans) can accurately interpret and write history.

A collection of thousands of bronze artifacts from the Benin Kingdom, illustrating their rich history and culture.