Obituary: Former Congolese Prime Minister Norbert Likulia Bolongo dies in Paris
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The former Prime Minister of the Democratic Republic of Congo, General Norbert Likulia Bolongo, has died in Paris, France.
A prominent figure in Congolese political and military life, he held several high-ranking positions within the state during his career. Norbert Likulia Bolongo led the Government of National Salvation from April 11 to May 1997, a particularly turbulent period in the country's history.
His government had been put in place about a month before the AFDL - Alliance of Democratic Forces for the Liberation of Congo - took power, marking the end of Marshal Mobutu Sese Seko's regime.
Throughout his career, General Likulia Bolongo held numerous positions within Congolese institutions. He notably served as Prime Minister, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defense, Minister of Land Affairs, Minister of State Portfolio, and Director General of State Security.
His death marks the passing of a major figure in the
political history of the Democratic Republic of Congo. The circumstances of his
death have not yet been made public.
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