Struggle for independence

• What was one of the main reasons East Africans struggled for independence?

  Desire for self-governance
• How did racial discrimination contribute to the independence struggle in East Africa?

  Colonial policies favored the white minority, leading to resentment among the African majority
• What role did economic exploitation play in the East African independence movement?

  Africans felt their resources and labor were being exploited for the benefit of colonizers
• How did nationalist movements contribute to the independence struggle in East Africa?

  They organized political parties and grassroots movements to advocate for independence
• Who were some key leaders of the East African independence movements?

  Jomo Kenyatta and Julius Nyerere
• What was the role of political parties in the East African independence movement?


  They advocated for self-governance and organized the population for independence
• What are some key challenges facing political parties in East Africa today?

  Corruption, ethnic divisions, and addressing economic issues
• What are the main reasons East Africans struggled for independence?

  - Desire for self-governance - Racial discrimination - Economic exploitation - Emergence of nationalist movements - Inspiration from other independence struggles
• What roles did political parties play in the East African independence movement?

  1. Advocated for self-governance 2. Mobilized the population 3. Provided leadership 4. Negotiated with colonial powers 5. Participated in elections
• Who were the charismatic leaders that emerged from the parties during the struggle for freedom in East Africa?

  Kenyatta and Nyerere
• What are the key challenges facing political parties in East Africa today?

  - Maintaining grassroots support - Addressing economic and social issues - Corruption and mismanagement - Ethnic and regional divisions - Adapting to a multiparty democracy
• What are the expectations of political parties in East Africa regarding economic and social issues?

  Parties are expected to deliver on promises of development, job creation, and improved living standards.
• What issues have been reported regarding corruption and mismanagement within political parties in East Africa?

  There have been issues with corruption, nepotism, and misuse of public resources.
• If a political party fails to address corruption, what might be the consequence for its public support?

  It may lead to a loss of public trust and decreased support from the electorate.