France acquired several countries in Africa as a result of decisions made during the Berlin Conference of 1884.
Explanation:
The race towards controlling African markets and economic exploitation among European nations kick-started during the 1880's after the Berlin Conference of 1884. The conference provided nations like Britain, France and Belgium to acquire new lands in Africa for trade and economic control.
It was during this occupation, France acquired several countries in Africa such as Niger, Chad, and the Central African Republic. These nations gradually assimilated French language and traditions within thier own societies.
