Kenya is a country located in East Africa. It was under British colonial rule until it gained independence in 1963.
Imagine Kenya as a bustling marketplace, where different cultures and traditions come together to create a vibrant atmosphere. Just like the diverse goods and people in a marketplace, Kenya is home to various ethnic groups and has a rich cultural heritage.
Colonialism: Colonialism refers to the policy or practice of acquiring political control over another country, occupying it with settlers, and exploiting its resources for economic gain.
Decolonization: Decolonization is the process by which colonized nations achieve independence from their colonial rulers.
Mau Mau Rebellion: The Mau Mau Rebellion was an armed resistance movement against British colonial rule in Kenya during the 1950s. It played a significant role in the fight for Kenyan independence.
Study guides for the entire semester
200k practice questions
Glossary of 50k key terms - memorize important vocab
© 2024 Fiveable Inc. All rights reserved.
AP® and SAT® are trademarks registered by the College Board, which is not affiliated with, and does not endorse this website.