Congolese National
Congo appoints its first female prime minister as violence surges in east
President Felix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of Congo has appointed the country's first female prime minister, fulfilling a campaign promise and making an important step towards the formation of a new government after being reelected late last year. Former planning minister Judith Suminwa Tuluka will step into the role at a time of worsening violence in the country's mineral-rich east, which borders Rwanda. The long-running conflict has displaced more than 7 million people according to the United Nations, making it one of the world's worst humanitarian crises. Tuluka promised to work towards peace and development in her first speech following her appointment on state television. Still, it could be months before a new government is formed as the process requires intensive negotiations with the many political parties. My thoughts go out to the east and to all corners of the country, which today are facing conflicts with enemies who are sometimes hidden, she said, referring to
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Congo's 2nd day of voting faces delays; Oppn leaders raise concerns
Congo was wrapping up its second day of voting Thursday after a chaotic rollout and lengthy delays forced officials to extend the balloting in the general election. The problems drew criticism from some opposition candidates as concerns mounted that the logistical hurdles could affect the credibility of the results. At stake was the future of one of Africa's largest nations and one whose mineral resources are increasingly crucial to the global economy. Congo has a history of disputed elections that can turn violent, and there's little confidence among many Congolese in the country's institutions. President Felix Tshisekedi, who is seeking his second and final five-year term, has spent much of his time in office trying to gain legitimacy after a disputed 2018 election. Some 44 million people almost half the population were expected to vote in this year's presidential contest and in legislative and provincial elections held simultaneously. Tshisekedi was the likely winner of the ...
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Murder in India sparks reprisals in Congolese capital
Reports on Wednesday said that an Indian man killed his wife in Hyderabad over suspicion of adultery
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MEA official meets deceased Congolese national's family, assures speedy trial
The family was also informed that the Indian govt will bear all expenses related to dispatch of mortal remains of Oliver
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