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History - Colonisation of Africa (Form III)
Muhtasari / Summary: Berlin Conference, scramble for Africa, German colonial rule in Tanganyika.
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The Berlin Conference (1884–85) divided Africa among European powers without African participation – called the "Scramble for Africa". Tanzania (then Tanganyika) was colonised by Germany (German East Africa) after Berlin, then handed to Britain after WWI (League of Nations mandate). Reasons for colonisation: raw materials, markets, strategic interests, and "civilising mission". African resistance: Maji Maji Rebellion (1905–07) in Tanganyika against German rule.