The turbulence of economic independence in the DRC

This book is a personal account of the issues surrounding the DRC's bid for economic independence. The economic problems of the DRC are numerous. They can, however, be organised, and the author attempts to do so on the basis of one problem: that of the search for economic independence for his country, the DRC, firstly in the context of Zairianisation and secondly as a response to the future challenges facing the Congolese economy. Not only in his capacity as an economist and observer, but also as a committed and responsible actor, he offers a pertinent insight into the decisions taken by President Mobutu in November 1973 and December 1974. The author's analysis is harsh but objective. He also suggests alternatives to nationalisation. To succeed, the author suggests thinking about the future in terms of choice, predictability, risk management and commitment to building a peaceful future. Finally, he recommends that the younger generation learn to welcome and accept others in a multi-ethnic Congolese nation.

Autorentext

Etienne Ndongala Tadi Lewa, dottore in Scienze economiche e professore emerito, ha insegnato presso le Università di Kinshasa e Mbanza-Ngungu e presso le Facoltà cattoliche di Kinshasa. Ha ricoperto incarichi accademici (direttore di ricerca all'IRES e vicepreside della FASEG/UNIKIN) e ministeriali (1969-1975).

Klappentext

This book is a personal account of the issues surrounding the DRC's bid for economic independence. The economic problems of the DRC are numerous. They can, however, be organised, and the author attempts to do so on the basis of one problem: that of the search for economic independence for his country, the DRC, firstly in the context of Zairianisation and secondly as a response to the future challenges facing the Congolese economy. Not only in his capacity as an economist and observer, but also as a committed and responsible actor, he offers a pertinent insight into the decisions taken by President Mobutu in November 1973 and December 1974. The author's analysis is harsh but objective. He also suggests alternatives to nationalisation. To succeed, the author suggests thinking about the future in terms of choice, predictability, risk management and commitment to building a peaceful future. Finally, he recommends that the younger generation learn to welcome and accept others in a multi-ethnic Congolese nation.