There have been angry protests in Congo, calling for President Joseph Kabila’s resignation, but will he step down?
From: UpFront
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Half a million people have been displaced in Tanganyika, in southeastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
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At least five people are killed as authorities crack down on banned demonstrations against President Joseph Kabila.
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