... for more than 500 years. However, colonization obstructed the internal process of state formation and the development in Africa and left scars of corruption and political instability in its government. Colonial leaders and countries obstructed policies and laws to further deprive certain colonies of its resources. The process of African colonies gaining their independence resulted in human ... Economic influence (exploringafrica.matrix.msu.edu) It was also resourceful for Europeans to acquire cheap labor and national influence. For example The Suez Canal and South Africa heightened Briti...

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