As part of Breaking the Silence About the Congo Week 2026 , Black History Studies presents ‘Patrice Lumumba: Still Alive at 101: The Vision, The Legacy’ on Monday 19 October 2026.

On 2 July 2026, Patrice Lumumba would have been 101 years of age if he had not been brutally assassinated at the age of 36. The outspoken, charismatic revolutionary was the first legally elected prime minister of the Republic of Congo after helping the country gain independence from Belgium in 1960.

In this presentation and screening, Black History Studies will commemorate the birthday of this late great African leader, examining his vision and legacy. This webinar firstly addresses the early history of the Congo and Zaire region. Secondly, this webinar will cover the pivotal moments in Congo’s History since 1885. Thirdly, this webinar will showcase the vision and legacy of Patrice Lumumba and its relevance today.

THIS EVENT IS NOT TO BE MISSED!!

This presentation and screening will take place on Monday 19 October 2026 from 18:30 GMT at The Black Cultural Centre Islington, 16–18 Hornsey Road, London, N7 7BT. Nearest tube station is Holloway Road (Piccadilly Line). Free on-street parking.

Food and drinks will be on sale.

Admission is FREE but donations will be welcome to support the work we do.

Book ticket here https://tinyurl.com/2pct69b8

For this event we know that demand will be high but capacity is limited so entrance will be on a FIRST COME FIRST SERVED BASIS. Be on time to guarantee entry.

Please note that this event will be photographed for historical record and uploaded to the World Wide Web. By attending and participating in this event, you are giving your consent to be photographed and waiving any and all claims regarding the use of your image.