1981 in Zaire

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1981
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Zaire
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See also: History of Zaire

The following lists events that happened during 1981 in Zaire .

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Events

Dateevent
National University of Zaire is split back to its original constituents: University of Kinshasa, University of Kisangani, and University of Lubumbashi.
23 April N'Singa Udjuu is appointed prime minister
9 AugustTroops are delopyed to defend key positions in Kinshasa, including the post office, the radio station and the palace of President Mobutu Sese Seko. [1]

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  1. Cowell 1981.

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