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In a paragraph, or more explain why european countries were interested in west Africa and north africa.

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The primary reason for European colonization of Africa was capitalism.

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Europeans were interested in Africa because of the abundance of raw materials for industries, minerals, cheap labor and to expand their territories. Some of the countries that were especially interested in Africa include Britain, France and Portugal.

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