Political History of Congo Course
This course traces Congo's political journey from colonial rule through independence, Mobutu's dictatorship, devastating wars, to modern elections and governance challenges. Link pivotal leaders, conflicts, resources, and international influences to today's debates—perfect for humanities experts wanting precise analysis and robust case studies for research.

4 to 360 hours flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Gain a structured overview of Congo's political history from late colonial times to the present day. Delve into key figures, institutions, conflicts, independence struggles, Lumumba's era, secessions, Mobutu's one-party rule, the Congo wars, and transitions after 2003. Critically analyse archives, datasets, NGO reports, and historiographical debates to build research-ready insights.
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Develop skills
- Analyse Congo's major political periods using a clear research framework.
- Identify key players, wars, and resources to unpack Congo's regional conflicts.
- Evaluate primary sources, archives, and data on Congolese politics critically.
- Assess leaders from Lumumba to Tshisekedi through comparative politics.
- Develop targeted research on Congo's state-building, violence, and historical memory.
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