Mobutu Sese Seko
Mobutu Sese Seko was the authoritarian leader of the Democratic Republic of the Congo from 1965 until he was overthrown in 1997. Known for his flamboyant style and the cult of personality he cultivated, Mobutu's regime was marked by widespread corruption, nepotism, and human rights abuses. His rule was characterized by the mismanagement of the country's rich natural resources, which led to economic decline and a lack of basic services for the population. His fall from power was precipitated by the First Congo War, which saw a coalition of forces, including Rwandan troops, push him out of office. Mobutu's legacy continues to influence the political landscape of the DRC, as the region continues to grapple with the aftermath of his long and tumultuous rule.
Born on Oct 14, 1930 (95 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| South Africa | 1 | 3.00 | 0.44% | +0% | 59,308,690 | 261,272 | $350,000 | 1,542$ |
| Totals | 1 | 59,308,690 | 261,272 | $350,000 | 1,542$ |
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South Africa:
Mobutu Sese Seko was installed by the US following the assassination of Patrice Lumumba.
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Portugal:
Mobutu Sese Seko strongly supported the FNLA during the Angolan independence struggle.
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Burundi:
Mobutu Sese Seko was another head of state who signed the convention for the CEPGL.
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United States:
Zaire's President Mobutu Sese Seko’s wife smuggled her dog in her luggage during their state visit.
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Kenya:
Murkomen should do a little background check on individuals who once walked the African landscape like colossus, but wound up in ignominy: Mobutu Sese Seko, Idi Amin, Hosni Mubarak, Omar El Bashir and Larent Gbagbo.
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United States:
The United States continued to provide substantial aid to governments like Mobutu Sese Seko’s Zaire.
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Greece:
Mobutu Sese Seko was a dictator whose regime was marked by corruption and human rights abuses in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
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France:
Mobutu Sese Seko was the president who enforced the process of zaïrianisation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
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Mexico:
Mobutu Sese Seko was the president-dictator of Zaire who sponsored the historic fight.
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Italy:
Mobutu Sese Seko was the president of Zaire during the historic boxing match and played a significant role in the country's politics.
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