This refers to a period known as "The Scramble for Africa" (1881-1914), where several European powers colonized and divided Africa among themselves without considering existing tribal systems or cultural differences.
Scramble for Africa: The rapid colonization of African territories by European powers during the late 19th century.
Berlin Conference: An international meeting held in Berlin from 1884-1885, where European nations agreed on rules for colonizing Africa.
Colonialism: The policy or practice of acquiring full or partial political control over another country, occupying it with settlers, and exploiting it economically.
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