Anglo-Egyptian Treaty of 1899

The Anglo-Egyptian Treaty of 1899 was an agreement between Britain and Egypt that established joint British-Egyptian control over Sudan. Following the Mahdist War in Sudan, Britain aimed to stabilize the region while also expanding its influence in Africa. The treaty allowed for British oversight and control, emphasizing a "dual administration" where both British officials and Egyptian authorities would govern together. This arrangement aimed to modernize Sudan and through the British presence, manage resources and prevent further uprisings, although it essentially made Sudan a British protectorate. The treaty marked a significant moment in colonial African history.