In the years following the war, a succession of countries emerging into independence chose to join the Commonwealth as free and equal members.

In Namibia, 10 years into independence, some 4,000 whites own about 44 percent of the territory.

It was a bigger achievement of the movement and great boost when Valusa lead the country into independence.

However, the region remained underdeveloped through the period of colonization and into independence in 1956.

One hundred days into independence, the nation is deeply divided over what to do next.

He was eventually to lead the islands into political independence from Britain.

Digboi has always retained a British-influenced culture years into independence.

I also believe they will not rush into independence before we are truly ready for it.

These people have a tremendous amount of passion, which they've translated into financial independence and success.

Some blacks hope that the rage will translate into greater political and economic independence in their community.