Before Nigeria took over the African music scene, the Democratic Republic of Congo had us in a chokehold. But just like its minerals, the country’s music has yet to produce an industry that eases the economic suffering of its people, despite decades of supply and demand. Why? George goes to the genesis of the DRC’s economic reality by exploring the rise of Patrice Lumumba, Congo’s first prime minister.

Written by George The Poet
Produced by Benbrick and George The Poet
Original music by Benbrick, performed by the BBC Concert Orchestra.
Sound Design by Benbrick.