Political History of Congo Course
This course traces the political history of the Democratic Republic of the Congo from late colonial times through independence, dictatorship under Mobutu, devastating civil wars, to contemporary electoral politics and governance challenges. It links major leaders, conflicts, resource dynamics, and international influences to ongoing debates, equipping humanities scholars and researchers with precise analytical tools and compelling case studies for advanced study.

4 to 360 hours flexible workload
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What will I learn?
This focused course provides a structured examination of the Democratic Republic of the Congo's political history from the end of colonial rule to the present day. It covers pivotal events such as independence, Patrice Lumumba's leadership, regional secessions, Mobutu Sese Seko's one-party regime, the Congo wars, and transitions after 2003. Participants will critically analyse archives, datasets, NGO reports, and key historiographical debates to gain robust, research-informed insights.
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Develop skills
- Analyse key political periods in Congolese history using a rigorous research framework.
- Identify and map key actors, conflicts, and resources to elucidate regional dynamics.
- Critically evaluate primary sources, archives, datasets, and reports on Congolese politics.
- Assess leadership from Lumumba to Tshisekedi through comparative political analysis.
- Develop targeted research projects on state-building, violence, and historical memory in Congo.
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