DR Congo: Kabila’s move towards M23 raises questions over peace
Former DR Congo President Joseph Kabila has joined a new political-military front that brings together the Rwandan-backed AFC/M23 coalition.
DW reports: Former DR Congo President Joseph Kabila has joined a new political-military front that brings together the Rwandan-backed AFC/M23 coalition.
Analysts say it could reshape opposition to President Felix Tshisekedi.
This politics story centres on the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include DR Congo, Former DR Congo President and Joseph Kabila.
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