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๐ŸŒ Africanews
National & Local

Congolese citizens welcome Belgian court trial in Lumumba case

Congolese citizens express mixed feelings about a Belgian court's decision to trial former diplomat Etienne Davignon for the assassination of Patrice Lumumba.

Mar 19 โ€ข 19:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ RT
National & Local

Ex-Belgian diplomat faces trial over Lumumba assassination

Former Belgian diplomat Etienne Davignon is set to stand trial for his alleged role in the assassination of Patrice Lumumba, the first Prime Minister of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, over sixty years ago.

Mar 18 โ€ข 12:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
World

Belgium will prosecute a 93-year-old former diplomat for the assassination of Patrice Lumumba in Congo

Belgium has opened a trial against 93-year-old ร‰tienne Davignon for his role in the assassination of Congo's first Prime Minister, Patrice Lumumba, in 1961.

Mar 18 โ€ข 11:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Crime & Justice

Belgium's judiciary breaks the silence and demands prosecution of former diplomat in the Lumumba assassination case

A Belgian court has ordered the trial of a former diplomat, ร‰tienne Davignon, for his involvement in the assassination of Congo's first Prime Minister Patrice Lumumba in 1961.

Mar 18 โ€ข 09:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
World

Belgian aristocrat to be tried for the murder of Congo's first prime minister

A Belgian aristocrat, who served as a diplomat and European commissioner, is set to face trial for his alleged involvement in the assassination of Patrice Lumumba, the first prime minister of the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Mar 18 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
World

Congo-Kinshasa: Ex-Belgian Diplomat to Stand Trial Over 1961 Assassination of Patrice Lumumba

A former Belgian diplomat has been ordered to stand trial in Belgium for his alleged role in the assassination of Patrice Lumumba in 1961, marking a significant step in addressing Belgium's colonial past.

Mar 18 โ€ข 07:07 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
World

Congo-Kinshasa: Belgian Court to Decide On Holding Trial Over 1961 Killing of DR Congo Leader Lumumba

A Belgian court is set to rule on whether a former diplomat should stand trial for the 1961 assassination of Patrice Lumumba, a key figure in Congo's independence.

Mar 18 โ€ข 07:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

Former EC Vice President Davignon to Stand Trial for Involvement in Three War Crimes

Former Belgian diplomat and European Commission Vice President ร‰tienne Davignon is set to face trial in Belgium for his involvement in war crimes linked to the assassination of Congo's first Prime Minister Patrice Lumumba in 1961.

Mar 17 โ€ข 20:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Belgian diplomat goes to trial over Lumumba's assassination

Belgium has put a 93-year-old former diplomat on trial for his alleged involvement in the assassination of Congolese independence leader Patrice Lumumba in 1961.

Mar 17 โ€ข 18:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
World

Former Belgian diplomat first to stand trial over 1961 murder of Congoโ€™s Lumumba

A former Belgian diplomat has been ordered to stand trial for the murder of Congo's first prime minister, Patrice Lumumba, in 1961.

Mar 17 โ€ข 16:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
World

Trial of 93-Year-Old Diplomat Over the Murder of Patrice Lumumba

A 93-year-old diplomat is on trial for his alleged involvement in the murder of Patrice Lumumba, the first Prime Minister of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Mar 17 โ€ข 16:05 UTC
๐ŸŒ Africanews
Crime & Justice

Belgian ex-diplomat to stand trial over Patrice Lumumba death

A former Belgian diplomat has been ordered to stand trial for his alleged role in the 1961 murder of Congolese leader Patrice Lumumba, marking a significant move in acknowledging Belgium's colonial past.

Mar 17 โ€ข 15:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
World

Belgian court sends ex-diplomat, 93, to trial over 1961 murder of Congo leader

A Belgian court has ruled that former diplomat ร‰tienne Davignon will stand trial for his alleged role in the 1961 murder of Congo's first prime minister, Patrice Lumumba.

Mar 17 โ€ข 14:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

65 YEARS LATER: Belgium may bring 93-year-old diplomat to court for the murder of the Prime Minister of Congo

A Belgian court will decide if former diplomat Etienne Davignon, now 93, should face trial for his alleged role in the 1961 assassination of Congolese Prime Minister Patrice Lumumba.

Mar 17 โ€ข 13:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

93-Year-Old Charged with Murder of Congolese Leader

A 93-year-old Belgian former diplomat, ร‰tienne Davignon, is charged with involvement in the murder of Congo's first prime minister, Patrice Lumumba.

Mar 17 โ€ข 12:53 UTC
๐ŸŒ RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Assassination of Patrice Lumumba in 1961: Justice Orders the Trial of a Former Belgian Diplomat

Belgium's justice system has ordered the trial of former Belgian diplomat ร‰tienne Davignon for his suspected involvement in the assassination of Congo's first Prime Minister, Patrice Lumumba, in 1961.

Mar 17 โ€ข 12:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Indictment after 65 years: Where does the truth lie in the Lumumba case?

A new legal case in Belgium could see a man prosecuted for his involvement in the killing of Patrice Lumumba, Congo's independence leader, 65 years after the event.

Mar 17 โ€ข 06:17 UTC
๐ŸŒ RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Francophonie: the DRC will present the candidacy of former minister Juliana Lumumba for the presidency of the OIF

The Democratic Republic of the Congo has announced the candidacy of Juliana Lumumba for the presidency of the International Organization of La Francophonie (OIF).

Feb 27 โ€ข 10:32 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Rwanda: DR Congo Challenges Rwanda's Mushikiwabo With Lumumba Bid for Francophonie Top Job

The Democratic Republic of the Congo has nominated Juliana Amato Lumumba to challenge Rwanda's Louise Mushikiwabo for the Secretary-General position of the Organisation internationale de la Francophonie, highlighting ongoing tensions between the two nations.

Feb 27 โ€ข 10:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Why a hot chocolate with rum has become a divisive issue in Germany

A traditional winter drink in Germany, named after Congo's first Prime Minister Patrice Lumumba, is provoking debate due to its controversial historical associations.

Feb 26 โ€ข 14:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Sports

Nigeria striker celebrates goal against Algeria in the style of Lumumba

Nigerian striker Akor Adams drew attention with his celebration following a goal scored against Algeria in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations held in Morocco, helping Nigeria advance to the semi-finals with a 2-0 victory.

Jan 11 โ€ข 15:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Sports

The Democratic Republic of Congo Government Honors the Fan Statue

The government of the Democratic Republic of Congo honored a fan statue with a four-wheel-drive vehicle in recognition of its representation of the country after the national team exited the continental championship in the Round of 16.

Jan 9 โ€ข 10:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Sports

In a video.. The Algerian federation honors the Congolese national team's fan 'Lumumba Statue'

The Algerian Football Federation honored Congolese fan Michel Kaka Mboladinga, who famously embodied independence leader Patrice Lumumba during the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, gaining widespread sympathy for his dedication during matches.

Jan 8 โ€ข 09:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Sports

Amoura's Celebration in Front of Congolese Fan 'Lumumba Statue' Ignites Social Media Platforms

Algerian player Mohamed Amoura's celebration in front of the famous Congolese fan known as 'Lumumba Statue' sparked widespread controversy on social media following Congo's elimination from the tournament.

Jan 7 โ€ข 13:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
Sports

Widespread Sympathy for 'Statue Fan' After the Democratic Republic of Congo is Eliminated from the African Cup

The well-known Congolese fan dubbed 'Lumumba', who stood as still as a statue for 90 minutes during each match of his national team in the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations, garnered widespread sympathy following their elimination.

Jan 7 โ€ข 06:28 UTC
๐ŸŒ Africanews
Sports

Patrice Lumumba lookalike goes viral supporting DR Congo at AFCON 2025

Congolese supporter Michel Nkuka Mboladinga, known as 'Lumumba Vea,' gains fame for emulating the pose of independence hero Patrice Lumumba during AFCON 2025 matches.

Jan 6 โ€ข 08:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช taz
Sports

Africa Cup in Morocco: Lumumba Lookalike Michel Kuka Poses as Living Statue

During the Africa Cup in Morocco, Michel Kuka, a striking lookalike of Congolese national hero Patrice Lumumba, captures attention by standing still as a living statue while supporting his national team.

Jan 1 โ€ข 17:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
Sports

The statue-fan of Congo: Remained still for 90 minutes honoring the memory of Patrice Lumumba, watch video

A Congo fan stood still for 90 minutes during a match against Botswana as a tribute to Patrice Lumumba, amidst the backdrop of qualifying for the '16.'

Dec 31 โ€ข 19:10 UTC

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