Question

Explain problems experienced by European settlers in Kenya

Answer 1

1. Constant raids by the local inhabitants e.g. Nandi
2. Many Africans were not willing to offer labour
3. Many settlers lacked basic farming knowledge and experience
4. Serious shortage of capital hindered procurement of farm inputs, machinery and labour
5. Marketing was difficult during the war period particularly during the depression of the 1930s
6. They experienced transport problems due to the inadequacy of roads and railways
7. The climate and the soils were alien to them/unfamiliar with seasons
8. Pests and diseases affected the crops