What happened in Africa during world war 1?

During World War I, fighting spread across many parts of Africa as European colonial powers battled for control of territories and resources. Major campaigns took place in German colonies, including East Africa, Southwest Africa, Togo, and Cameroon. British, French, Belgian, Portuguese, and South African forces fought to capture these areas. Thousands of African soldiers and porters were recruited, often under harsh and dangerous conditions. Many civilians suffered from hunger, disease, forced labor, and displacement as farms were destroyed and trade was disrupted. The war caused severe social and economic damage that lasted for many years and deeply affected African communities. Although Africa was far from the main European battlefields, the impact of the war was significant and long-lasting.