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In 1886 the UK gained control of East Africa. But, the British were pooling their resources for South Africa. So, in 1888, they allowed a corporation (Imperial British East Africa Company) to take control of East Africa. By 1894, though, the company was failing, so the British Government took control. In 1895 East Africa became a Protectorate of the United Kingdom. In 1920, British East Africa was split into the Uganda Protectorate and the Kenya Colony. Kenya remained a colony until 1963, when they gained their independence.
The British empire wanted Kenya because it was strategically located and had a port that would facilitate transportation of goods or raw materials. Kenya also had vast fertile lands that had not been cultivated and would be used for agriculture.
they ruled using direct rule
ANS 2 They ruled through a Governor with District Comissioners under him as was done in many of Britains African colonies. In effect the DC was like a local Mayor but with far more power and no worries about re-election.
They ruled through a Governor with District Commissioners under him as was done in many of Britain's African colonies. In effect the DC was like a local Mayor but with far more power and no worries about re-election.
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What country did Kenya gain independence?
Kenya gained its independence on December 12, 1963.
What European power ruled Kenya?
Britain ruled Kenya from the late 19th century until Kenya gained independence in 1963.
What country turned Kenya into a colony in the 1900s?
great britain
What was the former name of Kenya in 1961?
Kenya was formerly known as British East Africa until it gained independence from Britain in 1963.
What country most recently ruled Kenya as a colony?
Great Britain most recently ruled Kenya as a colony until Kenya gained independence in 1963.
Which European country was the colonial ruler for Kenya?
Kenya was ruled by Britain.
Kenya was colonized by who?
Great Britain
Why did Kenya join the British Empire?
The British Empire colonized Kenya in 1895. Britain colonized Kenya for reasons of economics and power. Kenya provided Britain with a sense of security over their hold on the Nile.
Why was Kenya African union formed in 1944?
to gain independence from Great Britain for Kenya
Why was the Kenya African Union formed 1944?
to gain independence from Great Britain for Kenya
Why was the Kenya African Union formed in 1944?
to gain independence from Great Britain for Kenya
Which country did Kenya get their independence from?
Great Britain.
Why did Britain leave Kenya?
It smelled bad
Who ruled Kenya before it gained independence?
Britain
What European country did Kenya gain its independence from?
Kenya gained independence from Great Britain.
What country did Kenya gain independence?
Kenya gained its independence on December 12, 1963.
What European power ruled Kenya?
Britain ruled Kenya from the late 19th century until Kenya gained independence in 1963.
