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Question:
Briefly discuss the role of the following groups in the promotion of colonialism in Africa and
creation of the first African states. (Arab Traders, European Explorers and European
Missionaries)
Colonialism in Africa
Colonialism refers to a practice or policy of control by one people or power over other people or
areas often by establishing colonies and generally aim of economic dominance. In the process of
colonialization, colonizers may impose their religion, language, economics and other cultural
practices.