Political History of Congo Course
This course traces Congo’s political history from late colonial times to modern elections, linking leaders, wars, and global influences to today’s governance issues. Perfect for humanities folks wanting strong analysis and ready-to-use case studies—at least 50 characters long with natural Ghana-friendly English.

flexible workload of 4 to 360h
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Gain a structured view of Congo’s political journey from colonial end to now, spotlighting leaders, systems, and fights. Dive into independence, Lumumba era, breakaways, Mobutu’s single-party rule, major wars, and shifts after 2003. Work with archives, data, NGO info, and big history debates for deep, research-solid knowledge—over 50 characters in smooth English.
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Develop skills
- Analyze Congo’s key political eras using a clear research framework.
- Map key actors, wars, and resources to explain Congo’s regional conflicts.
- Critically evaluate primary sources, archives, and datasets on Congolese politics.
- Assess leadership from Lumumba to Tshisekedi through comparative politics.
- Develop targeted research projects on Congo’s state-building, violence, and memory.
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