Political History of Congo Course
Discover Congo's political journey from colonial rule to modern elections. Link major leaders, wars, and international influences to today's governance issues. Perfect for those in humanities wanting better analysis and ready-to-use research examples on African politics.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course provides a clear overview of Congo's political history from late colonial times to now, covering key figures, institutions, and conflicts. Learn about independence, Lumumba's role, secessions, Mobutu's one-party rule, the Congo wars, and changes after 2003. Use archives, data, NGO reports, and historical debates to build strong research skills.
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Develop skills
- Analyze Congo's main political periods using a clear research framework.
- Identify key players, wars, and resources to understand Congo's local conflicts.
- Evaluate original sources, archives, and data on Congo's politics critically.
- Assess leaders from Lumumba to Tshisekedi with comparative methods.
- Plan research projects on Congo's state building, violence, and historical memory.
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