Roger Lumbala Explained

Roger Lumbala (born 1958) is an MP in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, representing the Rally of Congolese Democrats and Nationalists.[1] He is a former rebel leader who was backed by Uganda during the 1998–2002 Congolese civil war.

He was arrested in Paris, and is suspected of torture and cannibalism.[2] He was indicted on 6 November 2023.[3] On 28 February 2024, the Paris Court of Appeal confirmed the indictment of Roger Lumbala "for complicity in crimes against humanity."[4]

Notes and References

  1. News: Roger Lumbala citant Katumba Mwanke: l'incroyable blague. 10 November 2010. Le Soft international. 17 June 2008. French.
  2. News: L'Ancien chef de guerre congolais Roger Lumbala arrêté à Paris . Le Monde.fr . 4 January 2021 .
  3. Upcoming Trial of Congolese Warlord in France is a Historic Step Toward Justice . Blog . 8 November 2023 .
  4. News: La Cour d'appel de Paris confirme la mise en accusation de Roger Lumbala pour complicité de crimes contre l'humanité . Actualité.cd . 29 February 2024 .

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