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Corrupt networks in DRC push Tshisekedi to order investigations

The United States on Wednesday, January 23, 2019, recognized Felix Tshisekedi (pictured) as the next president of DR Congo, casting aside concerns over the election as it hailed a historic peaceful transfer of power. PHOTO | JOHN WESSELS | AFP

By  PATRICK ILUNGA

Contributor

Kinshasa

Corruption is Congolese President Felix Tshisekedi’s latest headache following his takeover from Joseph Kabila in January last year.

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