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Oluwafemi Aremo

Creative Director at Fluxcode Creatives

🪢How to legitimately own a part of Africa's resources without towing the part of colonialism. A Series by Olufemi Richards 👉 Introduction: Before the colonial era, Africa was home to various diverse and sophisticated civilizations, including ancient Egypt, Mali, and Great Zimbabwe. The pre-colonial period was marked by trade, cultural exchange, and regional kingdoms. However, the scramble for Africa by European powers in the late 19th century led to colonization and the subsequent exploitation of the continent's resources. A century after, Africans began the struggle for liberation and self-determination, which resulted in various nations achieving independence and forming new...

🪢How to legitimately own a part of Africa's resources without towing the part of colonialism. 

A Series by Olufemi Richards 

👉 Introduction:

Before the colonial era, Africa was home to various diverse and sophisticated civilizations, including ancient Egypt, Mali, and Great Zimbabwe. The pre-colonial period was marked by trade, cultural exchange, and regional kingdoms. 

However, the scramble for Africa by European powers in the late 19th century led to colonization and the subsequent exploitation of the continent's resources. A century after, Africans began the struggle for liberation and self-determination, which resulted in various nations achieving independence and forming new governments. 

The 1960s witnessed the decolonization of many African countries. During this time, various conferences, such as the Berlin Conference in 1884-1885, played a crucial role in dividing Africa among European powers, leading to artificial borders and geopolitical complexities that continue to impact the continent to this day. 

Both the West (Europe and the United States) and the East (primarily China & Russia) have shown keen interest in Africa's abundant natural resources. These resources include oil, minerals, timber, and agricultural products. The West historically had significant influence due to colonization and economic ties, while China's involvement in Africa increased in recent years through trade, investments, and infrastructure projects. Following the development of the Russia-Ukraine war, Russia has heightened its interest in African partnership. 

In the context of new colonialism, there have been concerns about superpowers' influence in Africa's affairs. Russia and America's tussle in Africa involves strategic interests, access to resources, and geopolitical influence. Both countries have sought to expand their economic and political presence on the continent, often through diplomacy, trade deals, military cooperation, and investment. 

It's essential to recognize that Africa's history is complex and multi-faceted, and the dynamics between superpowers in the region can have significant implications for the continent's development and stability. 

Given this background, my intention through this series is to show how corporates and individuals from any part of the world can legitimately own a piece of Africa, gain an inheritance of its natural resources without exploiting Africa or disrespecting her people and its values, and contribute to the healing of Africa. 

Your like, follow, and share will encourage me in sharing this invaluable secret.

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