Issued on: 13/10/2026 – 22:21
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In tonight’s edition, Joseph Kabila has been named leader of a new rebel coalition, vowing to topple the government. Also, Africa’s largest ever IPO has been extended. And Formula 1 will return to Africa in the early 2030s, once a new circuit is built in Rwanda.
Joseph Kabila, the former president of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, has been announced as the leader of a newly formed rebel coalition that includes the M23 movement. The coalition has declared its intention to overthrow the current government, citing security concerns and political instability in the region.
This development marks a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict in eastern DRC, where the M23 rebel group has been active for years. Kabila’s leadership of this new alliance is expected to galvanize opposition forces and present a formidable challenge to the administration of current President Félix Tshisekedi.
Analysts warn that the formation of this coalition could lead to increased violence and humanitarian crises in the already volatile region. The international community is closely monitoring the situation, with many calling for peaceful dialogue to resolve the deep-seated political divisions.
In other news, the timeline for Africa’s largest initial public offering has been extended, reflecting shifting market conditions. Additionally, Formula 1 is set to make its return to the African continent in the early 2030s, with a new state-of-the-art circuit planned for construction in Rwanda.
