Malawi was settled by early homo sapiens as early as 50,000 years ago, but the recorded history of the area doesn’t begin until 13th to 15th century with the arrival of the Bantu people. The Bantu who immigrated to the area made significant contributions with the creation of a centralized governmental system. In 1480, the Maravi Confederacy was created. During the next two centuries, this confederacy would spread its influence throughout many parts of southern and central Malawi and at one time its system of government influenced parts of Zambia and Zimbabwe. The area prospered agriculturally, due to more productive practices and a shift to a stronger cultivation of crops with higher carbohydrate content.
All of this growth of government systems …show more content…
It did not advance African agriculture and many men left to seek employment elsewhere. It did however give rise to a nationalist movement which eventually culminated independence once again for the Malawi people on July 6, 1964. The country did stay in the Commonwealth of Nations, as many former British holdings do.
The slave trade and colonialism had massive adverse effects on the population and economy of Malawi. The country has had a surge in population growth which puts increased pressure on agricultural lands, which are its main source of revenue. More than four/fifths of the population is involved in the agriculture …show more content…
Malawi is poor because of the corruption of the government, the poor natural resources, and a failing economy. I would have to say then, that modernization theory would have to fit best though, in this case. There are several farming practices that could be implemented that could increase agricultural production. Also, diversification away from agricultural into other forms of production would alleviate some of the burden. Population growth is also another issue that needs addressed. Poverty is a complex solution with no easy answer, but Malawi is rich in spirit and with the right leadership could improve its people’s
All of this growth of government systems …show more content…
It did not advance African agriculture and many men left to seek employment elsewhere. It did however give rise to a nationalist movement which eventually culminated independence once again for the Malawi people on July 6, 1964. The country did stay in the Commonwealth of Nations, as many former British holdings do.
The slave trade and colonialism had massive adverse effects on the population and economy of Malawi. The country has had a surge in population growth which puts increased pressure on agricultural lands, which are its main source of revenue. More than four/fifths of the population is involved in the agriculture …show more content…
Malawi is poor because of the corruption of the government, the poor natural resources, and a failing economy. I would have to say then, that modernization theory would have to fit best though, in this case. There are several farming practices that could be implemented that could increase agricultural production. Also, diversification away from agricultural into other forms of production would alleviate some of the burden. Population growth is also another issue that needs addressed. Poverty is a complex solution with no easy answer, but Malawi is rich in spirit and with the right leadership could improve its people’s