History Answers

Give 2 reasons why most of the conflict on the Cape eastern frontier occurred in the Zulu veld region

Mahmood Mamdani argues that colonialism in Africa was based on a clear policy of ‘indirect rule.’ John Illife and Richard Reid however suggest that there was significant variation in colonial policies of governance across Africa. Drawing on the three readings, explain the policy of ‘indirect rule’ and its adoption by different colonial powers in Africa. Pay particular attention to the similarities and differences between French and British forms of governance in Africa.

Concisely recap the major debate about the “brown Afrikaners” of Riemvasmaak as represented by Martin Legassick. (15) Then conclude the discussion by critically responding to Legassick’s view (5) (600 words max).

Discuss the Oba as the leopard of the house

write about the present predicaments of our society and think of general solutions that may remedy these problems

Engage with the research articles, written by respectively Lester and Bradlow, and narrate early 19th century British identity in South Africa as it features in these two sources (20) (600 words max)

2. Briefly explain why the VOC was unable to exercise effective control over the Cape eastern frontier region during the last few decades of the 18th century.

1. Give two reasons why most of the conflict on the Cape eastern frontier occurred in the Zuurveld region.

Concisely recap the major debate about the " brown Afrikaners" of Riemvasmaak as represented by Martin Legassick. (15) then conclude the discussion by critically responding to Legassick's view (5)( 600 words max)

The Metis were very angry about the opinions of Shultz because..