Togoland (British and French Mandate)

Togoland was a region in West Africa originally controlled by Germany until World War I, after which it was divided between Britain and France. The British segment became part of the Gold Coast colony (now Ghana), while the French segment became Togoland under French administration. Both areas were administered as mandates, meaning they were entrusted to these European powers to guide their development until they could become independent nations. Togoland's division reflected colonial interests, but over time, both sides moved toward self-governance, with Togoland gaining independence in 1960, ultimately forming part of modern Ghana and Togo.