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Congo Holds First Election in Over 45 Years

HeadlineJul 31, 2006

Votes are being counted in the Democratic Republic of Congo a day after the country held its first multi-party elections in over 45 years. Final election results are not expected for several weeks.

  • President Joseph Kabila is expected to win the election. Joseph Kabila: “This is the most important day in the history of our country, since 1960. It’s a victory for the people, who have suffered. There you have it. I believe that this day will mark a victory for our country and our people.”
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