By the 1820s, most of Latin America had gained political independence from its colonial masters. Neocolonialism also led to cultural shifts. For example, predominantly Catholic Latin American countries implemented freedom of religion in order to encourage foreign investment from Protestant powers.

Although the concept of neocolonialism was originally developed within a Marxist theoretical framework and is generally employed by the political left, the term “neocolonialism” is found in other theoretical frameworks.

Kwame Nkrumah

If Africa wasn’t colonized, the continent would consist of some organized states in North Africa/Red Sea, city-states in West and East Africa, and decentralized agricultural tribes in Central and Southern Africa. With no Europeans to blunt their expansion, the Zulu and their cousins take over all of South Africa.

The Richest Countries in Africa by Gross Domestic Product

Yes, you can call Nigeria the undeclared superpower of Africa. Although Egypt is currently holding the seat of the strongest country in Africa, Nigeria is not far away from that position.

Namibia is safer than South Africa (roads, crime, etc), but I say that with caution as you should use your head in any country. Windhoek is generally friendly, but obviously don’t flash your touristness about. I prefer Namibia. The landscape is absolutely unique and the colours are amazing.

Iceland

Global Peace Index rankings (2008–2019)

El Salvador