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    The document discusses the view that British economic policies in Uganda were designed to exploit and underdevelop the country. It provides arguments that support this perspective, including resource extraction, neglect of food production, infrastructure for British interests, forced labor and low wages, neglect of social services, land dispossession, and cultural disruption. However, it also notes that British rule had some positive impacts and other post-colonial factors also influenced Uganda's development.

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    The document discusses the view that British economic policies in Uganda were designed to exploit and underdevelop the country. It provides arguments that support this perspective, including resource extraction, neglect of food production, infrastructure for British interests, forced labor and low wages, neglect of social services, land dispossession, and cultural disruption. However, it also notes that British rule had some positive impacts and other post-colonial factors also influenced Uganda's development.

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    The document discusses the view that British economic policies in Uganda were designed to exploit and underdevelop the country. It provides arguments that support this perspective, including resource extraction, neglect of food production, infrastructure for British interests, forced labor and low wages, neglect of social services, land dispossession, and cultural disruption. However, it also notes that British rule had some positive impacts and other post-colonial factors also influenced Uganda's development.

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    Mbarara university of science and technology

    Faculty of computing and informatics


    Department of information Technology
    DVS Group presentation
    Course Unit: political economy of Uganda
    Course code: dvs 2105
    Lecturer-in-charge: immaculate tumuhimbise
    Submitted by:
     Nuwajuna Ronald 2021/bit/176/ps
     Muheriwe albert 2021/bit/093/ps
     Baguma innocent 2021/bit/148/ps
     Jedidiah shalom 2019/bit/011/ps
     Ainembabazi Catherine 2022/bit/034/ps
    Date: 03/11/2023
    Question:
    Discuss the view that the British economic policies were designed to exploit and under
    develop Uganda.
    Introduction:
    What are economic policies?
    Economic policies are government actions and strategies that are designed to influence and
    manage a country's economy. These policies are implemented to achieve specific economic
    goals and address various issues related to economic stability, growth, and development.
    What is development?
    Development, refers to the coordinated progress and improvement of these three interrelated
    areas to enhance the overall well-being, quality of life, and stability of the population.
    The view that British economic policies in Uganda were designed to exploit and under
    develop the country is a subject of historical debate. While it's essential to acknowledge that
    colonial history is complex and multifaceted, there are arguments that support this
    perspective:
     Resource Extraction and Economic Exploitation: The British colonial
    administration in Uganda actively sought to exploit the country's rich natural
    resources for their benefit. This included the extraction of minerals, timber, and
    agricultural products like cotton and coffee. The profits from these resource exports
    largely flowed back to the British Empire, with limited reinvestment in Uganda's
    economic development.
     Cash Crop Agriculture and Neglect of Food Production: British policies promoted
    cash crop agriculture, focusing on crops like cotton and coffee for export markets.
    This strategy neglected food production for local consumption, leading to food
    shortages and insecurity among the Ugandan population.
     Infrastructure Development for British Interests: While the British did invest in
    some infrastructure like railways and roads, the primary purpose was to facilitate the
    transportation of goods to the coast for export. This often meant that infrastructure
    development did not adequately address the local needs of the Ugandan population.
     Forced Labour and Low Wages: The colonial administration relied on forced
    labour, often referred to as "corvée labour," to construct infrastructure and work on
    plantations. Wages were kept deliberately low, resulting in the exploitation of
    indigenous labourers who received insufficient compensation for their work.
     Neglect of Social Services: Basic social services such as education and healthcare
    were underfunded and not made widely accessible to the local population. This
    hindered human development and resulted in a lack of skilled manpower in the post-
    independence era.
     Land Dispossession and Displacement: British policies led to the dispossession of
    land from local communities, often in favour of British settlers or commercial
    interests. This disrupted traditional land tenure systems and led to the displacement of
    local people, contributing to poverty and underdevelopment.
     Cultural and Social Disruption: British colonial rule also disrupted traditional
    Ugandan cultural and social structures, which had long-lasting effects on the social
    fabric of the country.
    Conclusion:
    It's important to recognize that not all aspects of British colonial rule in Uganda were solely
    exploitative. Some infrastructure development and governance structures did have positive
    impacts. Additionally, the legacy of exploitation and underdevelopment is not solely
    attributed to British colonialism; post-independence politics and international economic
    factors have also played a role in shaping Uganda's economic trajectory.
    While the view that British economic policies were designed to exploit and under develop
    Uganda has historical support, it's crucial to understand the complexities of colonial history
    and its multifaceted impact on the country's development.

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