The Lumumba Plot

This book delves into the intricate and tragic events surrounding Patrice Lumumba's rise and fall as the first prime minister of the Congo.

It details the CIA's role in his assassination, the coup led by Joseph Mobutu, and the broader geopolitical context of the Cold War. The narrative highlights Lumumba's charismatic leadership, his efforts to achieve equality and independence for the Congo, and the brutal circumstances of his death.

The book also explores the long-term consequences of these events, including the decades-long dictatorship of Mobutu and the ongoing impact on the Congolese people.