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West Africa

History Before colonialism, most of West Africa was a stateless society, which is where people rely on family to govern themselves, rather than an elected gov’t or monarch. Economy in West Africa is still reliant on trade

Ghana Exports gold, diamonds, magnesium, and bauxite (used for aluminum). Political stability in the 90’s allowed this country to gain a stable economy

Sierra Leone: Have the same resources as Ghana but political instability and civil wars have held them back from economic gains.

Ethnic Groups Ashanti live in what is now Ghana. They are known for their work in weaving colorful asasia, or Kente cloth.

The cloth contains colorful woven geometric figures with specific meanings. Only royalty were allowed to wear Kente cloth

Central Africa

European Colonization in Central Africa The Slave Trade Existed for centuries, however Europeans dramatically heightened the traffic Middle Passage- slave trade from Africa to the “New World” ( Central America)

Colonial Legacy Political boundaries made by Europeans was/is causing ethnic conflict (2 or more opposing groups occupying same land)

Most Central African countries gained independence by the 1960s but the borders that were drawn posed problems.

Effects of European Colonization 1. Loss of resources 2. Disruption of political systems

3. Cultural and ethnic oppression of the people 4. No infrastructure (roads, railroads, airports, education system)

Parts of Africa are battling itself Some African countries are in a civil war

One of the main reasons the countries struggle is because each country refuses to look at themselves as ONE unit.

Assignment Illustrate the 4 regions of Africa Compare Ghana to Sierra Leone --show similarities and differences