The Partition of a Continent

This article is currently under research and development.

The late nineteenth century saw the rapid colonization and division of the African continent by European powers. This partition was formalized during the Berlin Conference of 1884-85.

Key topics under development:

• The Berlin Conference: The diplomatic agreements establishing “effective occupation” rules.
• Border Drawing: The creation of arbitrary boundaries dividing ethnic groups and combining rival communities.
• Geopolitical Legacy: The post-colonial challenges arising from imperial administrative decisions.