Africa

Congo & Democratic Rep. Of Congo

Rwanda & Uganda

Rwanda & Uganda

History of Congo

• Berlin Conference (1884)– Discussed regulation of European colonization and trade in

Africa during the New Imperialism period.

• General Act of the Berlin Conference– Also known as “The Scramble for Africa”. During this

period the Europeans eliminated most existing forms of African autonomy and self-government.

The War in Congo

• The 3 T’s that fuel the war.– Tin – Used to solder circuit board.– Tungsten – Makes your phone vibrate.– Tantalum – Stores Electricity

• Cell phones, DVD players, video game systems and computers.

Rape = Domination

What can we do to make a change in

the Congo?