The Heart of Darkness: Unraveling the Crisis of the Democratic Republic of Congo (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798230427797)

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A Nation Rich in Resources, Trapped in Conflict. A People Fighting for Survival.

For decades, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has remained one of the most war-torn and exploited nations on earth. Beneath its breathtaking landscapes and vast mineral wealth lies a history shaped by colonial brutality, geopolitical power struggles, and neocolonial exploitation. In The Heart of Darkness: Unraveling the Crisis of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Pan-Africanist writer and researcher Francisco Odhiambo delves deep into the forces that have trapped the DRC in cycles of conflict, poverty, and foreign manipulation.

This hard-hitting, meticulously researched book exposes:
✔ The legacy of Belgian colonialism and its lasting impact on the DRC.
✔ The assassination of Patrice Lumumba and how it shaped the country's political future.
✔ How Cold War rivalries, Mobutu's dictatorship, and Western-backed corruption destroyed Congo's stability.
✔ The Great African War, the rise of rebel groups like M23, and the struggle for peace.
✔ How multinational corporations and global superpowers continue to exploit Congo's natural wealth.
✔ The humanitarian crisis-millions displaced, child soldiers, sexual violence, and the forgotten victims of war.
✔ Possible pathways to peace, sovereignty, and justice for the Congolese people.

The Heart of Darkness is more than just a history-it's a call to action. Through compelling storytelling and sharp analysis, Francisco Odhiambo exposes the truth about one of the world's most misunderstood conflicts and urges the global community to rethink its role in Africa's future.

A must-read for anyone interested in African history, global politics, human rights, and the fight against modern-day imperialism.

Get your copy today and uncover the untold story of the DRC.