The most accurate option regarding why the Belgian Congo was unable to attain peace immediately after gaining independence is:
d. Mobutu was a poor leader who could not unite the people.
Upon gaining independence in 1960, the Congo faced significant political instability, and the leadership of Joseph Mobutu (who later became Mobutu Sese Seko) was marked by authoritarian rule and corruption. His inability to unite the diverse ethnic groups and factions within the country contributed to ongoing conflict and strife, undermining efforts to establish a stable government and peaceful society.
While options (a), (b), and (c) contain historical elements, they do not accurately summarize the primary reasons for the immediate post-independence turmoil in the Congo. The actions of colonial powers and foreign interference did play a role, but the internal political dynamics and leadership challenges were more directly detrimental to peace in the immediate aftermath.
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