After he was greeted as a liberator in the capital Kinshasa on May 17, 1997, the man whom the Congolese affectionately called Mzee was assassinated, over 4 years after he came to power. Seven years have gone by since his demise; yet billboards bearing his image are still prominent in some parts of the country, like elements of decor.
Whereas some Congolese see a hero in him, others hold him responsible for the present chaos in the Congo. The man who fought and removed from power the dictator, the all-powerful and formidable Mobutu, is accused of having made pacts during his armed struggle, with some neighboring countries which are now actively involved in the conflicts in the Eastern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Is Laurent Désiré Kabila still present not only visually but also in the Congolese’s memory?
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This poster of LD Kabila might not be displaced, since those who took his seat following his assassination are still very busy with building their own fortune.But whenever one passes by,still remember s his powerful words about the sense of responsibility Congolese should have if they wanted to control their destiny. Based on the present situation of the country, it’s not sure that people will easily forget LD Kabila.