What was the goal of the British government in South Africa?

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25 May, 12:04

What was the goal of the British government in South Africa?

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Destinee Wise · Answer 1

Answer: The British wanted to control South Africa because it was one of the trade routes to India. However, when gold and diamonds were discovered in the 1860s-1880s their interest in the region increased. This brought them into conflict with the Boers. The Boers disliked British rule