The DR Congo plans to take properties from ex-President Joseph Kabila, Justice Minister Constant Mutamba said Monday. The government waits for lawmakers to remove their protection before it charges him. Officials want to grab his assets because they think he helps the AFC/M23 rebels who control parts of eastern Congo. They had already seized things from other rebel supporters.
Kabila faces claims of treason, joining rebels, war crimes, and crimes against humanity. The government believes he backs Corneille Nangaa, who leads the AFC political group working with M23 fighters. His recent trip to rebel-held Goma made people more suspicious about what he wants.
Many think Kabila tries to return to power through old friends in security and politics. His comeback attempts upset Uganda military advisor Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, who promised to block Kabila from ruling Congo again. This case marks the first time Congo has gone after a former leader this way. Critics worry the move might cause trouble from Kabila supporters across the country.
Kabila faces claims of treason, joining rebels, war crimes, and crimes against humanity. The government believes he backs Corneille Nangaa, who leads the AFC political group working with M23 fighters. His recent trip to rebel-held Goma made people more suspicious about what he wants.
Many think Kabila tries to return to power through old friends in security and politics. His comeback attempts upset Uganda military advisor Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, who promised to block Kabila from ruling Congo again. This case marks the first time Congo has gone after a former leader this way. Critics worry the move might cause trouble from Kabila supporters across the country.
