What was the difference between a British colony in Africa and the British sphere of influence in China in the late 1800s? Great Britain allowed a strong Chinese government; to remain in power in Africa, Britain directly controlled each colony's
economy and government.
Great Britain allowed the Chinese to keep a weak government; in Africa, Britain directly controlled all aspects of the colonies'
economies and governments
Great Britain allowed Africans to rule themselves, in China, Britain controlled all aspects of the Chinese government.
Great Britain exerted economic influence in Africa; in China, Britain directly controlled all aspects of the economy.