Conference of Berlin

The Conference of Berlin, held in 1884-1885, was a diplomatic meeting among European powers to regulate the colonization and trade in Africa. It aimed to prevent conflicts over African territories by establishing rules for claims and governance. Major countries like Britain, France, and Germany participated, leading to the "Scramble for Africa," where they divided the continent into colonies without regard for indigenous cultures or borders. The conference significantly impacted Africa's political landscape, setting the stage for colonial exploitation and consequences that still resonate today.