Africa after Independence

What challenge did African governments not face at independence when building national unity?

• Little loyalty to national governments

• Poor distribution of resources

• Conflict

• Enthusiasm for the future

What was a key debate in determining the economic system to run following African independence?

• What type of economy to set up

• How much control the government should have over the economy

• Who should be employed in the new economy

• Where to improve the economy: agriculture or industy?

Why did socialism appeal to many Africans?

• Many felt the state could best direct the economy

• It was the most common form of economy in the world

• It was practiced by most colonizing countries

• It provided benefits to African elites

What problem plagued many African countries focusing on developing their economy around agriculture after independence?

• Lack of investment

• Lack of workers

• government reliance on cash crops for export

• consistent rainfall and growing demand

How did African nations attempt to reduce their economic dependence after independence?

• By importing more goods than they exported

• By supporting local industries and limiting imports

• By encouraging families to have more children in order to boost the economy

• By maintaining trade relations with their former colonizers

What was a common challenge faced by many African countries after gaining independence?

• Lack of natural resources

• High literacy rates

• Strong political stability

• Access to advanced technology

How did the Cold War impact African nations in their pursuit of economic development?

• It led to increased foreign aid and investment

• It resulted in economic sanctions on African countries

• It had no impact on African economies

• It caused a decrease in trade relations with other countries

What role did tribalism play in the post-independence era of African nations?

• It promoted national unity and cohesion

• It led to conflicts and divisions within countries

• It had no influence on political decisions

• It encouraged economic growth and development

What impact did colonialism have on the economic structures of African nations?

• It strengthened local industries and economies

• It led to economic independence and self-sufficiency

• It disrupted traditional economic systems and exploited resources

• It promoted fair trade practices and equal partnerships

What was a common consequence of African nations relying heavily on foreign aid for economic development?

• Increased self-sufficiency

• Decreased debt burden

• Loss of control over national policies

• Enhanced technological advancements