Joseph Kabila
Joseph Kabila is a Congolese politician who served as the President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo from 2001 to 2019, following the assassination of his father, Laurent Kabila. His presidency was characterized by attempts at political reform amidst ongoing conflict and accusations of electoral fraud. Kabila faced significant challenges in stabilizing the country and was forced to step down after failing to secure a third term in office during the 2018 elections, which were marred by violence and unrest.
Born on Jun 04, 1971 (54 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 4 | 3.75 | 0.13% | +20% | 67,886,011 | 105,762 | $2,700,000 | 4,206$ |
| Tanzania | 2 | 4.00 | 0.35% | +10% | 59,734,213 | 226,969 | $63,000 | 239$ |
| Tunisia | 1 | 3.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 11,818,619 | 9,508 | $45,000 | 36$ |
| Cameroon | 1 | 5.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 26,545,863 | 27,143 | $39,000 | 40$ |
| South Africa | 1 | 3.00 | 0.30% | +0% | 59,308,690 | 179,723 | $350,000 | 1,061$ |
| Burkina Faso | 1 | 4.00 | 0.60% | +0% | 20,903,273 | 124,424 | $17,000 | 101$ |
| Totals | 10 | 246,196,669 | 673,529 | $3,214,000 | 5,683$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
South Africa:
Joseph Kabila is mentioned as a former president whose narrative has been endorsed by Thabo Mbeki.
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Burkina Faso:
Joseph Kabila's presence in Goma raises doubts about his impartiality.
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United Kingdom:
The Congolese government has banned the media from reporting on the activities of former President Joseph Kabila.
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Tanzania:
Former Congolese President Joseph Kabila appeared for the first time in public in rebel-held territory in the country's volatile east on Thursday, meeting with religious leaders in what participants said was a push for peace.
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United Kingdom:
Former Democratic Republic of Congo President Joseph Kabila is back in the country for the first time in two years.
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Cameroon:
Ex-President Kabila’s immunity has been lifted.
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Tunisia:
Joseph Kabila is the former president of the Democratic Republic of the Congo who is facing potential trial for treason and war crimes.
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United Kingdom:
Joseph Kabila, the ex-president of the Democratic Republic of Congo, has lashed out at the government of his successor - calling it a 'dictatorship'.
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United Kingdom:
The Democratic Republic of Congo's senate has stripped former President Joseph Kabila of his immunity, paving the way for his prosecution over his alleged backing of rebels in the east.
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Tanzania:
Joseph Kabila was the president under whom Matata Ponyo served as prime minister.
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