they are still working to compensate for the huge loss of natural resources that took place under British rule. At certain points in history, parts of Africa that were colonised have had to deal ...

It is essentially a political history but includes cultural, social and economic aspects. The main thread running through the narrative is provided by the British empire in Africa but Belgian and ...

Under British rule, Indians were pushed to produce crops ... This inspired several other countries across Asia, Africa, the Caribbean and elsewhere to push for their own freedom.

British colonial rule in Nigeria lasted for decades, shaping the country’s political, economic, and social structures. Today, several places across Nigeria still bear the marks of this era ...

Across Africa, young people benefit from formal education and training programmes from the British Council, which lead to lives filled with opportunity. See how the British Council supports ...

British taxpayers are spending a staggering £99million on encouraging families in Africa and Asia to cook using electricity. More than £55million has already been paid out under the foreign aid ...