Post-independence developments in Africa — KCSE History & Government

KCSE History & Government · 20 practice questions · 3 syllabus objectives

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Key learning outcomes for this topic, aligned to the KNEC KCSE syllabus.

Discuss the political developments in the Democratic Republic of Congo since independence

Discuss the social and economic developments in Tanzania since independence

Analyse the political, social and economic challenges in Africa since independence

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easySHORT ANSWER4 marks

List four economic challenges that African countries have encountered since independence. (4 marks)

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Part (a) — 4 marks

Dependence on a single commodity or export (1 mk)

High levels of external debt and borrowing (1 mk)

Inflation and currency devaluation affecting purchasing power (1 mk)

Lack of infrastructure to support industrialisation and trade (1 mk)

easySHORT ANSWER3 marks

Identify three social challenges faced by African nations after gaining independence. (3 marks)

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Part (a) — 3 marks

Ethnic conflicts leading to civil wars and instability (1 mk)

High levels of poverty and unemployment among the youth (1 mk)

Inadequate access to quality education and healthcare services (1 mk)

easySHORT ANSWER3 marks

Name three economic policies implemented in Tanzania after independence. (3 marks)

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Part (a) — 3 marks

Ujamaa policy aimed at collective farming and socialism (1 mk)

Nationalisation of key industries and enterprises (1 mk)

Promotion of self-reliance and local production initiatives (1 mk)

State two social developments in Tanzania since independence. (2 marks)

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