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What type of economy did Mobutu adopt for the Congo?
What type of economy did Mobutu adopt for the Congo?
Mobutu's nationalisation efforts resulted in increased foreign ownership of industries in Zaire.
Mobutu's nationalisation efforts resulted in increased foreign ownership of industries in Zaire.
False
What term describes the economic strategy where Mobutu's friends and family were given control over industries?
What term describes the economic strategy where Mobutu's friends and family were given control over industries?
nepotism
The economic collapse of Zaire in the 1970s was a result of __________.
The economic collapse of Zaire in the 1970s was a result of __________.
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Match the following concepts with their relevant explanations:
Match the following concepts with their relevant explanations:
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What term describes the system of governance under Mobutu that involved stealing the country's resources?
What term describes the system of governance under Mobutu that involved stealing the country's resources?
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Mobutu was known for his benevolent leadership and improvement of the Congo's economy.
Mobutu was known for his benevolent leadership and improvement of the Congo's economy.
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What was Mobutu's self-given title that reflects his personality cult?
What was Mobutu's self-given title that reflects his personality cult?
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Mobutu's rule led to a period of extreme __________, as he prioritized personal wealth over national prosperity.
Mobutu's rule led to a period of extreme __________, as he prioritized personal wealth over national prosperity.
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Which of the following was a prominent effect of Mobutu's economic policies?
Which of the following was a prominent effect of Mobutu's economic policies?
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Mobutu encouraged the use of his portrait in public places to strengthen his image.
Mobutu encouraged the use of his portrait in public places to strengthen his image.
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Name one method Mobutu used to maintain his grip on power.
Name one method Mobutu used to maintain his grip on power.
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Match the terms with their definitions:
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What was the main effect of Mobutu's decision to return ownership of major companies to the Congolese people?
What was the main effect of Mobutu's decision to return ownership of major companies to the Congolese people?
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Mobutu’s political ideology of authenticité promoted democratic governance.
Mobutu’s political ideology of authenticité promoted democratic governance.
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What party did Mobutu establish as the only legal political party in Zaire?
What party did Mobutu establish as the only legal political party in Zaire?
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Mobutu's policies led to significant economic mismanagement, resulting in high levels of ______.
Mobutu's policies led to significant economic mismanagement, resulting in high levels of ______.
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Match the concepts with their definitions:
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Which of the following was NOT a method used by Mobutu to maintain control?
Which of the following was NOT a method used by Mobutu to maintain control?
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Mobutu's administration was characterized by stability and economic growth.
Mobutu's administration was characterized by stability and economic growth.
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What extreme measures did Mobutu employ against those who resisted his rule?
What extreme measures did Mobutu employ against those who resisted his rule?
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Study Notes
Independent Africa in the 1960s and 1970s
- Independence movements in Africa were influenced by various ideologies, including African socialism, capitalism, democracy and one-party states.
- Colonial rule led to exploitation of Africa's resources and suppression of African traditions and cultural practices.
- European powers imposed arbitrary borders, which sometimes placed hostile ethnic groups together, creating conflicts after independence.
- The Scramble for Africa involved many major European countries acquiring territories.
- African nations experienced many challenges during the transition to independence, including political instability, economic issues, and cultural conflict.
- Some African states initially adopted capitalist economic systems but eventually experienced economic hardships due to reliance on foreign investments and exploitation of natural resources.
Influencing Ideas for Independent States
- Different forms of government were adopted, such as African socialism and one-party states.
- Various economic models, ranging from capitalism to communism were considered, but most often failed to promote sustainable self-sufficiency.
- The ideals of economic self-sufficiency, and racial equality were among the most popular driving forces behind achieving independence.
Case Studies of Independent Africa
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Congo/Zaire: Faced Cold War struggles and political turmoil, initially under Lumumba and later Mobutu Sese Seko.
- Mobutu's rule was characterized by corruption and kleptocracy.
- The nation had extensive mineral wealth (copper, cobalt), but it was not effectively utilized.
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Tanzania: Led by Julius Nyerere, who promoted African socialism (Ujamaa), aiming for self-reliance.
- Nyerere implemented communal farming (villages) and nationalized industries to reduce reliance on foreign markets.
- The policy was well-intentioned but faced challenges, including economic hardships, inefficient agricultural implementation and resistance from some groups.
- Both countries experienced challenges (poor infrastructure, ethnic conflict, dependency on foreign investment) despite having great resources.
Differences and Similarities Between the Congo and Tanzania
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Congo
- Initial struggles with political instability and conflict
- Faced a significant cold war struggle
- Poorly implemented and poorly managed resource extraction
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Tanzania
- Initial political and economic stability under Nyerere
- Tried to implement socialist policies like cooperative farming programs
- Aimed at equality, less income inequality
- Both nations had issues with corruption, and economic difficulties. Both experienced exploitation from foreign actors.
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