Colonial Infrastructure

Colonial infrastructure refers to the systems and facilities built by colonial powers in their colonies to support economic exploitation and governance. This included roads, railways, ports, and communication networks designed to facilitate the extraction of resources and the movement of goods and people. While these developments often improved connectivity and access in the colonies, they primarily served the interests of the colonizers. The effects of colonial infrastructure often led to lasting impacts on the regions, influencing post-colonial development, economic disparities, and social structures.