Fascism Imperialism in Uganda

Imperialism and Fascism in Uganda

Post independence period was not very smooth in most of the African countries. Uganda was not an exception. Fascism Imperialism in Uganda became the primary barrier in the path of development. After getting independence in 1962 it underwent the rule of many dictators like Idi Amin. The populace suffered a lot under their rue.

One of the most promising former British colony Uganda had chances to be economically sound. But due to Fascism Imperialism in Uganda, the country lost all hope. The British Imperialism in Uganda found its way because of the rich agricultural potential of the country. British rule was established in Uganda in 1890. It is important to note that it is British rule which united the country. Bonded labors were used in the agricultural land. Slave trade was one of the main interest of British Imperialists in Uganda. Even after independence Uganda could not avoid the cultural imperialism.

Fascism in Uganda began with Idi Amin's coming to power in 1971. He was not known as a political figure to the people. In the period of his power he dealt with many of the affairs of Uganda and its population. It is believed that the Israeli and British mentors were a strong reason behind his coming to power.

So in the first of his rule he remained extremely favorable to Israel and England. This period was marked by huge industrialization. But in the second phase he became completely anti-Western. His revised policy firstly affected Obote's move. The economic war started now onwards. The farmers stopped producing cotton and coffee. International investors became indifferent to Uganda. But his rule ended within a short period of eight years.

Fascism Imperialism in Uganda was captured by Mahmood Mamdani in his book Imperialism and Fascism in Uganda. The recent political and economic history of Uganda is reflected in the book. He has summarized Uganda's colonial history and also the neo colonialism.