Throughout history many European countries have conquered other countries in Africa and Asia - Leaving Cert Geography - Question C - 2009

Colonialism in Kenya established significant economic inequalities. The British colonizers prioritized the interests of European settlers, leading to the appropriation of fertile land and resources at the expense of the local Kenyan population. This resulted in an agricultural economy that favored export crops, which benefited the colonizers but left many Kenyans in poverty with limited access to land for subsistence farming. This legacy of wealth concentration continues to affect Kenya's economy, contributing to persistent disparities and hindering economic development.

Another lasting effect of colonialism in Kenya is the dependency on cash crops such as tea and coffee. Under colonial rule, farmers were encouraged to produce cash crops for export instead of food crops needed for local consumption. This created an economy heavily reliant on the global market, making it vulnerable to fluctuations in commodity prices. Consequently, post-colonial Kenya has struggled with food security issues and economic instability as a result of this dependency, impacting its ability to develop a more balanced and self-sufficient agricultural sector.