At the same time, the Scramble for Africa resulted in the rapid colonization of the Sahel. To Wadai's east, the British defeated Mahdist Sudan and reestablished the Sultanate of Darfur as buffer state. Darfur's ruler, Ali Dinar, proved to be a relatively effective and independent monarch.
At the same time, the Scramble for Africa resulted in quick colonization of the Sahel region. To Wadai's east, British forces defeated Mahdist Sudan and reestablished a buffer state in Darfur. Darfur's ruler, Ali Dinar, was found to be an effective and independent monarch.