Why were African denied equal educational opportunities with other races during the colonial period?

Why were Africans denied equal educational opportunities with other races during the colonial period.

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1. Europeans aimed to produce and maintain a semi-skilled labour force for the colony

2. European fear of competition from educated Africans who may have claimed their rights

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johnmulu answered the question on January 24, 2017 at 05:05

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