Question

The origin and wave of political independence that swept across Africa first began in the?

Answer 1

The origin and wave of political independence that swept across Africa first began in the early 1950's. The African Independence Movements took place in the 20th century, when a wave of struggles for independence in European-ruled African territories were witnessed. European powers like the British, French, and Portuguese slowly decolonized their territories during the mid 20th century.