Kabila, in power from 2001 to 2019, accused Tshisekedi's government of dictatorship and called out the misuse of the justice system. He proposed a 12-point plan to restore stability in the mineral-rich east, a region plagued by conflict and insecurity. His speech, although received with some skepticism due to his past rule, highlighted the need for unity in a time of crisis for DR Congo.
Kabila Calls Out Government Amid Treason Charges
Kabila Calls Out Government Amid Treason Charges
Former DR Congo president Joseph Kabila lambasts successor, warns of instability after losing immunity from prosecution.
Joseph Kabila, the ex-president of the Democratic Republic of Congo, has raised concerns about the state of democracy in his nation, delivering a fiery 45-minute speech criticizing the government of President Félix Tshisekedi. This comes just after the Senate lifted his immunity from prosecution, allowing for treason and war crimes charges linked to the ongoing M23 rebellion. Kabila's address revealed his fears for national unity and urged a return to democratic governance.
