Colonial era segregation

Date and country of first publication

2021
South Africa

Definition

During the colonial era, segregation was enforced in various colonies and territories around the world. This form of segregation was typically based on race, ethnicity, and sometimes religion, with discriminatory laws and policies in place to separate people based on these criteria.

For example, in British colonies like India and South Africa, segregation based on race was prevalent, with separate living areas, schools, and public facilities for different racial groups. In the American colonies, segregation was also enforced, with laws such as the Jim Crow laws in the southern states that enforced racial segregation in public spaces.

Overall, colonial era segregation was a tool used by colonial powers to maintain control and reinforce their dominance over marginalized groups. This system of segregation perpetuated discrimination and inequality, and its effects can still be seen today in the lasting legacy of colonialism in many countries.

Colonial era segregation appears in the following literature

Seethal C., Nel E., Bwalya J. (2021). From East London to Buffalo City Metropole: Developmental Challenges of a South African Metro. GeoJournal Library, 103-116. Springer Science and Business Media B.V..https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-73073-4_6