Secondly, the British imperialism in South Africa came from their drive to convert people to Christianity. Protestants from England were opposed to slavery, and felt it was their moral duty to stop the Swahili slave trade (Baldwin, Imperialism in Africa). They also believed that it was their job to convert non-Christians, and they sought to do so in South Africa. The British were also in competition with France over who could gain the most territory. Britain took over Niger, Nigeria, Nyasaland and Bechuanaland. The French were also threatening Britain with plans to divert the Nile River, and render their territory useless (Baldwin, Imperialism in Africa). Aside from economic reasons, the British colonized South Africa for social and political reasons.
Maddy I hope this is right! If not let me know ASAP!
here is my source also i think for Rachel:
Baldwin, Scott. "British Imperialism in Africa." Imperialism in Africa. Chico Unified School District. 17 Mar. 2009
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make sure this isn't a duplicate and that you indent the second line and that it's in alphabetical order.
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