Also known as: former president Kabila
Former President of the Democratic Republic of Congo, sanctioned by the US in May 2026 over alleged support to M23 rebels.
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Citizen Digital
… The government has long opposed holding a national dialogue with certain opposition representatives that it accuses of colluding with the M23, in particular former president Kabila. …
DR Congo's President Felix Tshisekedi faces uncertain path to a third termThe Standard
… Pressure from the street and the international community forced ex-president Joseph Kabila to ditch an attempt in 2015 to extend his rule beyond two mandates by changing the electoral law. …
DR Congo opposition builds against presidential third-term bidThe Standard
… Former president Joseph Kabila tried to remain in power beyond two terms by changing the electoral law in 2015. …
DR Congo president sets stage to stay in powerCitizen Digital
… Former president Joseph Kabila, who has been sentenced to death in absentia accused of supporting the M23 armed group, urged the Congolese to support all initiatives opposing constitutional change.
Opposition figures injured as DR Congo clashes at anti-govt rallyThe Standard
… Former DRC president Joseph Kabila is also facing sanctions, with Washington accusing him of providing financial and political support to M23 and AFC rebels.Rwandan leaders who have been sanctioned include some military officials, James Kabarebe, Lawrence Kanyuka, and the entire …
US sanctions M23, FDLR commanders over alleged atrocities in DRCCapital News
… He also addressed the recent sanctioning by the US of his predecessor, Joseph Kabila, for allegedly supporting rebel groups. …
DR Congo president hints at extending his term and delaying pollsThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeDemocratic Republic of Congo ex-president Joseph Kabila condemned on Friday a US decision to sanction him for allegedly aiding Rwanda-backed M23 rebels who have seized swathes of the east of his country. …
DR Congo ex-president Kabila condemns blacklisting by USCitizen Digital
DR Congo ex-president Kabila condemns blacklisting by US By AFP May 01, 2026 05:04 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Democratic Republic of Congo's former President Joseph Kabila walks to attend a meeting wit …
DR Congo ex-president Kabila condemns blacklisting by USCitizen Digital
US sanctions DR Congo ex-leader Kabila over rebel ties By 10 Over 10 May 01, 2026 06:39 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Democratic Republic of Congo's former President Joseph Kabila, attends a memorial serv …
US sanctions DR Congo ex-leader Kabila over rebel tiesThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeThe United States on Thursday slapped sanctions on the Democratic Republic of Congo's long-serving former president Joseph Kabila, backing allegations he has assisted Rwandan-linked rebels who have seized vast parts of his country. …
US sanctions DR Congo ex-leader Kabila over rebel tiesThe Democratic Republic of Congo's constitutional court approved a proposal that could allow President Felix Tshisekedi to run for a third term after a referendum. Tshisekedi, in power since 2019, is constitutionally required to step down at the end of his second five-year term in 2028, but has suggested he would accept a third term if people wanted him to.
12 hours ago · Citizen Digital →
The Democratic Republic of Congo's constitutional court approved a proposal that could allow President Felix Tshisekedi to run for a third term after a referendum. Tshisekedi, in power since 2019, is constitutionally required to step down at the end of his second five-year term in 2028, but has suggested he would accept a third term if people wanted him to.
12 hours ago · Citizen Digital →
Opposition in the Democratic Republic of Congo has called demonstrations in the capital and other cities to demand the resignation of President Felix Tshisekedi, who they say is trying to change the constitution to enable a third term. Tshisekedi, who came to power in 2019, has stated he would accept a third term if the people wanted it, and parliament has adopted a bill for a constitutional referendum on which the Constitutional Court is now reviewing.
3 July 2026 · The Standard →
President Felix Tshisekedi is preparing to pass a law that could allow a third term by amending the constitution, with a bill for a referendum on constitutional reform already adopted by parliament. Tshisekedi's current second term ends in December 2028, and he says he will accept a third term if the people want it and it is approved through a referendum.
23 June 2026 · The Standard →
Two opposition figures were injured on Friday at a rally against government plans to change the constitution in the Democratic Republic of Congo, which was broken up by police after clashes with pro-government supporters. President Felix Tshisekedi, in power since 2019, has indicated he would accept a third term "if the people wish it" following a referendum on constitutional reform.
12 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The United States has imposed sanctions on M23 intelligence chief John Nzenze and FDLR commander Gustave Kubwayo over alleged human rights abuses, including sexual violence and attacks on civilians in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. The US said the measures target individuals linked to instability in the region.
3 June 2026 · The Standard →
DR Congo President Félix Tshisekedi said he may seek a third term when his mandate expires in 2028 if the people approve via referendum, contravening the two-term constitutional limit. He also indicated that elections may not be held on schedule due to ongoing conflict in the east.
7 May 2026 · Capital News →
The United States sanctioned Democratic Republic of Congo ex-president Joseph Kabila on Thursday, accusing him of providing financial and political support to Rwanda-backed M23 rebels driving violence in the region. Kabila condemned the move as politically motivated and based on unsubstantiated accusations, while the DRC government welcomed the sanctions as a step against impunity.
2 May 2026 · The Standard →
The United States blacklisted former DR Congo president Joseph Kabila on Thursday, accusing him of providing financial and political support to M23 rebels in the country's east. Kabila called the sanctions "profoundly unjustified, politically motivated and based on unsubstantiated accusations," while the Kinshasa government welcomed the move as a step against impunity.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The United States sanctioned former DR Congo President Joseph Kabila on Thursday, citing allegations that he assisted Rwandan-linked rebels who have seized parts of his country. The action follows a peace deal that President Trump announced in December after meeting both countries' leaders.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The United States imposed sanctions on Joseph Kabila, former president of the Democratic Republic of Congo, accusing him of providing financial and political support to Rwandan-linked rebels responsible for violence and instability in the region. The action follows a peace deal announced by President Trump in December.
30 April 2026 · The Standard →