Kabila on Trial: How the Senate Shattered Immunity and Shook a Nation

The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), on 22 May 2025, lifted the parliamentary immunity of Joseph Kabila Kabangé, former President and senator for life, challenging entrenched norms around immunity and accountability. While some see it as long-overdue justice, others warn it could deepen political rifts. Either way, the message is clear: the era of untouchable leaders may be coming to an end.

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