Introduction
The period between the 1870s and the early 1900s was characterized by attempts by the Europeans to conquer and colonize Africa. Using the indirect system, the British aimed at preserving the culture of the colonies. The British had the idea that it is the indirect rule that is less expensive compared to the direct governance system. As they remained in their positions, the locals had to use their resources in the indirect system setup meaning that the colonial power would spend little in controlling the colony. On the other hand, the French direct rule; commonly referred as assimilation aimed ...
