The Legacy of Colonialism: Integration, Dependency, and Responsibility The economic philosophy of colonialism has contributed to the present economic instability of the continent of Africa. ... The introduction of an organized commercial economy has largely replaced Africa's traditional economy of rural, self-sufficient production of goods for subsistence purposes and local trade. ... The colonial era introduced social and demographic changes in Africa that have affected the economy positively, such as the introduction of formal education, literacy expansion, urbanization, and health...
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