Who was the British imperialist and diamond magnate who dreamed of a 'Cape to Cairo' railway across Africa?
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Correct answer: Cecil Rhodes
Rhodes was a key figure in British expansion in Southern Africa and founded the De Beers diamond company. He used his immense wealth to push for British territorial dominance, leading to the creation of Rhodesia (modern-day Zimbabwe).
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