Why West Africans feel differently about colonialism

Cheta Nwanze
Feb 13, 2025

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Colonialism’s legacy evokes varied responses across Africa. While its impact is undeniable, resentment levels differ significantly between regions.

Interestingly, Anglo-West Africans seem less antagonistic towards colonialism than East and Southern Africans.

This disparity isn’t random. Why is that?

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Cheta Nwanze
Cheta Nwanze

Written by Cheta Nwanze

Using big data to understand West Africa one country (or is it region?) at a time.

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