Patrice Lumumba

Patrice Lumumba

politician Democratic Republic of the Congo

Patrice Lumumba was a Congolese independence leader and the first Prime Minister of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, serving from June to September 1960. Born on July 2, 1925, Lumumba was a key figure in the struggle for independence from Belgian colonial rule. His tenure was marked by political instability and conflict, leading to his assassination in January 1961, which has since been viewed as a significant event in Cold War geopolitics.

Born on Jul 02, 1925 (100 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
97,468
Power
1,977$
Sentiment
8.13
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Spain 1 7.00 0.06% +0% 46,754,778 29,222 $1,400,000 875$
Slovenia 1 7.00 0.08% +0% 2,078,938 1,682 $56,000 45$
Ghana 1 8.00 0.14% +0% 31,072,945 42,276 $67,000 91$
United Kingdom 1 9.00 0.04% +0% 67,886,011 24,288 $2,700,000 966$
Totals 4 147,792,672 97,468 $4,223,000 1,977$
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Recent Mentions

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Patrice Lumumba was the first prime minister of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and is being commemorated on the 100th anniversary of his birth. 9

The Guardian: ‘Lumumba everlasting’: Belgium marks Congo’s slain leader’s 100th birthday with exhibition – and possible trial | Patrice Lumumba

Ghana Ghana: The inspiration behind Daddy Lumba's name came from Patrice Lumumba, a renowned African leader. 8

Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950: How Daddy Lumba got his stage name

Slovenia Slovenia: Patrice Lumumba was the first prime minister of independent Congo and was assassinated in January 1961. 7

Delo – major Slovenian daily, est. 1959: Dediščina ikone boja za svobodno Afriko

South Africa South Africa: In January 1961, Congo’s first elected leader, Patrice Lumumba, was assassinated with the support of the CIA. 3

Mail & Guardian: Struggle for the Freedom Charter goes on – The Mail & Guardian