How did missionaries affect Africa positively?

When missionaries were used by the Western Imperial powers as a means of destroying indigenous cultures and exploiting them, then the missionaries, though likely meaning well, did some harm. Modern missionary efforts that are not imperialistic are extremely helpful and are having a great impact in Africa and around the world. read more

The political impact of the Western nations displays in the administrative system of government in Africa. Western governments established a structured and organized government, such as a central or federal government, in many African nations, which remain in place to this day. read more