The New Imperialism and European

Contents & notes: what this topic covers

Under The New Imperialism and European, the JAMB History syllabus expects you to study:

• 1. The New Imperialism and European Occupation of Africa a. The New Imperialism in Africa b. European scramble for Africa c. The Berlin Conference d. The occupation and resistance by Africans.

Study notes & guidance

Study The New Imperialism and European using a recommended History textbook that follows the JAMB syllabus. Work through the contents listed above one by one, make brief notes in your own words, and then practise as many questions on this topic as you can — in History, understanding and steady practice matter far more than memorising. Use the objectives below as a checklist: if you can do each one confidently, you have mastered this topic.

Objectives — candidates should be able to

After studying The New Imperialism and European, you should be able to:

1. Understand the concept of the New Imperialism
2. Assess the justifications for the New Imperialism
3. Examine the causes of the scramble and the nations involved;
4. Account for the significance of the Berlin Conference;
5. Highlight African resistance to the occupation.

These objectives are from the official JAMB syllabus. Use them as a checklist — if you can do each one confidently, you have mastered this topic.

Source: official JAMB UTME History syllabus (IBASS, jamb.gov.ng). Reproduced for study use. Last checked: 17 Sept 2026. Always confirm the current syllabus on the official portal.