He Led Congo for 18 Years. Now, Joseph Kabila Is a Hunted Man.
The New York Times • • general
Key Points:
- Joseph Kabila, former president of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) for 18 years, is currently in hiding after a fallout with his successor, Félix Tshisekedi.
- Kabila was convicted of treason and sentenced to death in absentia last year, accused of secretly leading the M23 militia occupying Goma.
- The city of Goma was seized in 2025 by a Rwanda-backed militia, intensifying the conflict in the region.
- Kabila's current location is undisclosed, with his aides ensuring meetings occur in maximum-security venues due to the high-risk situation.
