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🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
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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 β€’ 10:32 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· 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 β€’ 14:59 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ 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 β€’ 10:25 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ 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 β€’ 09:30 UTC
🌍 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 β€’ 08:54 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ 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 β€’ 17:29 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· 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 β€’ 19:10 UTC

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