**Britain Eyes Africa's Energy and Mineral Resources in Post-Independence Era** A new report by War On Want reveals a concerning trend as Britain seeks to exploit Africa's energy and mineral resources. The report, titled "The New Colonialism," highlights the UK's aggressive maneuvers to secure access to these resources in the wake of African nations gaining independence in the 1950s and 1960s. According to the report, Britain has been actively involved in the privatization of key industries in Africa, particularly in the energy and mining sectors. This privatization has often resulted in the sale of public assets to foreign companies, including many from Britain. The report also points to the role of British banks and financial institutions in financing the extraction of these resources. These institutions have provided loans and other forms of financial assistance to companies involved in the exploitation of African energy and minerals. Critics argue that Britain's scramble for Africa's resources is a form of neo-colonialism, where the UK exerts economic control over African nations despite their political independence. The report alleges that this control has often come at the expense of local communities and has resulted in environmental degradation and social unrest. The War On Want report calls for an end to this "new colonialism" and urges the UK to support sustainable and equitable development in Africa. It recommends that the government invest in renewable energy and other sustainable industries and promote fair trade policies that benefit both African nations and the United Kingdom.
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