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Ashanti Wars (1823 CE – 1900 CE) (jan 1, 1823 – 16h 19min, jul 21, 1900 y)

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Even after African countries gained independence in the mid-1900s, the artificial borders created during colonization remained. These borders often grouped together people with different languages, religions, and histories, or separated communities that had once been united. This led to ethnic conflict in many regions, including Rwanda, Nigeria, and Sudan. The legacy of colonialism—such as weak economies, political struggles, and cultural loss—continues to shape African nations today.

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jan 1, 1823
16h 19min, jul 21, 1900 y
~ 77 years