A durable solution for Africa

[Adrian II]

I do distinctly recall Belgian government in the 60's having a phased plan for independence, where they would build up the country and actually build up a pluralist-minded ruling elite [..]

Hahahahaha!

Seriously, Belgian rule of the Congo is generally recognised as being among the worst colonial regimes ever. The Belgians made a total mess of it, they left in a hurry and all they could do was pick a probable winner in the ensuing power struggle in which the US, the Soviets and South Africa were already involved as rival outside forces.

AII