The Berlin Conference, which took place in 1884-1885, was a significant event where European powers convened to divide Africa among themselves. The conference aimed to regulate European colonization and trade in Africa, with the intention of avoiding conflict among European nations regarding territorial claims. Major powers, including Germany, Britain, France, and Belgium, participated in the discussions. The outcome of the conference resulted in the arbitrary partitioning of Africa without regard for indigenous cultures or boundaries, ultimately leading to widespread struggles and conflicts that would persist throughout the continent's history.