Political History of Congo Course
This course provides a structured overview of Congo's political history from late colonial times to modern elections. It connects leaders, wars, institutions, and global influences to ongoing governance issues, equipping humanities professionals with analytical tools and research-ready case studies for deeper insights into conflicts and transitions.

4 to 360h flexible workload
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What will I learn?
Gain a structured overview of Congo’s political history from late colonial rule to today, highlighting key figures, institutions, conflicts, independence struggles, Lumumba's era, secession, Mobutu’s regime, wars, and post-2003 shifts. Critically engage with archives, datasets, NGO reports, and historiographical debates to build solid, research-ready knowledge.
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Develop skills
- Analyze key political eras in Congo using a research-ready framework.
- Map actors, wars, and resources to explain Congo's regional conflicts.
- Critically assess primary sources, archives, and datasets on Congolese politics.
- Evaluate leaders from Lumumba to Tshisekedi through comparative politics.
- Design research projects on Congo's state formation, violence, and memory.
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