Over a 20 year period[1955-1957], Africa had changed drastically. They were divided up into colonies by the European imperialists.
In many of the colonies, Africans who had been educated in Europe led the organizations that called for self government. Supported by the people of Africa, these organizations began strikes, boycotts, & rallies. In some cases, the anti colonial feelings were made into riots, terrorists attacks & armed rebellions. A revolt against the French broke out in 1954 in Algeria. Because of the large number of French settlers, the revolt lasted eight years before the country gained their independence. In 1957, the Gold Coast became the first African colony to gain their independence. It won their independence from Britain & renamed their country Ghana.
An African leader Kwame Nkumah, was like Ghandi in a way. He believed in non violent protests & strikes, just like Ghandi believed it. His ways made good use in Ghana. He became the Prime Minister & then the president of Ghana.
Jomo Kenyatta was another African leader. He had studied in London. He had become President of Kenya, but unfortunately died in 1978.
There were many other African leaders that help Africa reach their goal of being their own independent nation. It only takes one person to make a difference.
