Presents a broad-ranging examination of the growing economic, political, & humanitarian struggle in Zaire, along with suggestions for preventative action to ameliorate Zaires problems. Topics include: understanding the unending crisis in Zaire, the structure of society, economic structures & prospects, political structures & prospects, urgent issues, a framework for action to arrest further violence, & how best to provide international economic aid in Zaire. Includes a discussion on Rwandan refugees in Zaire & a chronology of the situation in Zaire from 1960-1996. Tables & figures.