Neo-Colonialism and Political Development

Overview

Explain the meaning of neo-colonialism; Describe how the communication systems assist the development of neo-colonialism; Explain how the languages introduced by the colonial powers assist the development of neo-colonialism; Examine how neo-colonialism affects African political developments.

Lesson details

Class: SS3
Subject: History
Theme: Problems Of Independent African States
Duration: 30:12

What you'll learn

The meaning of neo-colonialism.
Features of neo-colonialism e.g. political instability, constitutional crisis.
Effects of neo-colonialism on African political development eg adoption of foreign political systems of government, Foreign backing for stay-put political leaders.
Neo-colonialism and continuing imperialism e.g. the effect of the struggles between super powers on Africa, the Chad crisis.

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