1. “The indigenous African economy was more or less based on the dialogue between the natural environment,

the production initiative and the technological standards”. Elucidate this assertion.

2. Demonstrate with classical examples the extent to which the colonial system in Africa introduced changes in

the indigenous African economy.

3. “Like ‘parasites’, the colonial economic system did not face out after the independence of most African

states.” Illustrate this view and show the efforts made by African states to reduce the effects of the post-colonial

‘parasites’.”

Course Code: _HARA 4210____Course Title: Economic History of Africa

Date: _07/07/18_______Halls: GS B5/B1 ________TIME: 2:00-15:00 level 400

Instructions: Answer any TWO questions.

YOU ARE REMINDED OF THE NECESSITY FOR GOOD ENGLISH AND ORDERLY PRESENTATION OF YOUR ANSWER.