DRC case study Flashcards

(10 cards)

1
Q

What is the GNI of the DRC?

A
  • $550

USD

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2
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What is the literacy rate in the DRC?

percentage

A
  • 77%
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3
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What is the life expectancy in the DRC?

A
  • 60 years
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4
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When did the DRC gain independence after being a Belgian colony since 1885?

A
  • In 1960
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5
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Who was the dictator that seized power 5 years after independence?

A
  • Mobutu
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6
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When was he overthrown?

A
  • 1997
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7
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How was Mobutu corrupt?
(3 points)

A
  • let armed forces loot country
  • Took bribes for access to resources
  • Didn’t pay debts to Belgium stopping aid projects
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8
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How long did the civil war last?

A
  • 1997 until 2003
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9
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What are conflict minerals?

A
  • Minerals that are fought over
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10
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How have Conflict minerals hindered development?

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  • The large death toll and poor conditions raise ethical issues so they are bought from other countries
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