partition of Africa

The Partition of Africa refers to the late 19th-century division of African territories among European powers. Driven by imperial ambitions, countries like Britain, France, and Germany claimed vast regions of Africa during the Berlin Conference of 1884-1885, often disregarding existing ethnic and cultural boundaries. This led to colonization, exploitation of resources, and significant disruption of local societies. The partition fundamentally reshaped Africa's political landscape and has had lasting effects on the continent's development, contributing to conflicts and challenges that continue today.