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Discuss the obstacle the colonial government faced in their administration of colonies in Africa.

Answer Text:
-The government lacked geographical know-how of their colonies.
-There was the problem of poor and undeveloped transport systems which hindered the mobility.
-They lacked common language with the local people.
-They were affected by tropical diseases. There were Africans rebellions.
-They lacked support from home governments.
-Africans began to agitate for independence.
-The Africans had no formal education and could not do some task.