Description PROMPT: “By the 1950s, European empires were in decline as African leaders were  s ...

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Description PROMPT: “By the 1950s, European empires were in decline as African leaders were  successfully forcing an end to colonial rule. In the postcolonial era, Africa’s relationship with the West changed dramatically because Western nations and  multinational corporations no longer exerted economic or political influence on African nations.” Do you agree with this statement? Why or why not? Explain your  answer using examples from Taking Root, Black Gold, Africa since 1940, recent lectures, and any other relevant course material. Be sure to focus on lectures and  readings since the midterm.”