Patrice Lumumba
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)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Africa | 1 | 9.00 | 0.40% | +0% | 59,308,690 | 235,352 | $350,000 | 1,389$ |
| Kenya | 1 | 6.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 53,771,296 | 40,643 | $106,000 | 80$ |
| Totals | 2 | 113,079,986 | 275,995 | $456,000 | 1,469$ |
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Kenya:
Patrice Lumumba was assassinated due to his efforts for independence in Zaire, now the DRC.
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South Africa:
Patrice Lumumba was assassinated in 1961, marking a significant event in the DRC's history.
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Ireland:
Patrice Lumumba was the first democratically elected prime minister of Congo, overthrown and assassinated in 1961.
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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.
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Ghana:
The inspiration behind Daddy Lumba's name came from Patrice Lumumba, a renowned African leader.
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Spain:
Patrice Lumumba is referenced by Francia Márquez for his reminder about the destruction of peoples.
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Slovenia:
Patrice Lumumba was the first prime minister of independent Congo and was assassinated in January 1961.
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South Africa:
In January 1961, Congo’s first elected leader, Patrice Lumumba, was assassinated with the support of the CIA.
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Tanzania:
Patrice Lumumba was Congo’s first democratically elected Prime Minister who was assassinated due to his belief in Congolese sovereignty.
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Tunisia:
Patrice Lumumba was the Prime Minister of Congo who was involved in the political turmoil during the UN mission.
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