Question

State two roles of the missionaries in the European colonization of Africa.

Answer 1

1. They sent back information on Africa to their mother countries
2. They encouraged African rulers to sign treaties e.g. Lawanika
3. Their mission stations were used as initial operational bases for the colonizers as well as proof of effective occupation
4. They created rapport/mutual trust with the local who then welcomed the colonizers who they thought were like missionaries
5. They asked protection from their home government