The Trial of Former DRC President Joseph Kabila Begins for Suspected M23 Rebel Assistance
A military court in the Democratic Republic of Congo has begun the trial of former President Joseph Kabila, who is accused of treason and a variety of other offenses related to his alleged backing for the M23 rebels.
The hearing was place in Kinshasa’s Gombe area, but Kabila did not attend. He is currently outside the country and is facing trial in absentia. He is charged with murder, torture, rape, and conspiracy to destroy the government. Authorities claim that Kabila supported the M23 rebels, who have taken over large areas of territory in the eastern DRC. Kabila has previously denied any affiliation with the organization.
Kabila commanded the DRC for 18 years before turning over control to Félix Tshisekedi in 2019. However, ties between the two deteriorated in 2020 when Tshisekedi broke their power-sharing arrangement. Kabila then departed for South Africa.
In May, he went to the DRC and visited M23-controlled towns. This decision enraged authorities, who then lifted his immunity as a life senator to allow for prosecution. The case has captured national attention, with many people keeping a close eye on how the trial plays out. The proceedings have been deferred until July 31.
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