Laurent-Désiré Kabila
President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Born
November 27th, 1939
85 years ago
Died
January 18th, 2001
24 years ago — 61 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Democratic Republic of the Congo
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Assumed the presidency of the Democratic Republic of the Congo in 1997 after leading a rebellion against long-time dictator Mobutu Sese Seko. Implemented a series of reforms aimed at stabilizing the country, which was plagued by decades of corruption and mismanagement. Faced significant challenges, including ongoing civil conflict that erupted in 1998, primarily involving various rebel groups and foreign intervention. Ended his leadership violently when assassinated in 2001.
Led a successful rebellion against Mobutu Sese Seko
Served as president from 1997 until his assassination in 2001
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