KINSHASA, AUTHORITIES in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have opened investigations into the death of the country’s chief military officer who died under mysterious circumstances.<\/P>
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Delphin Kahimbi reportedly suffered a heart attack but foul play is suspected.<\/P>
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Speculation emanates from his recent suspension for allegedly hiding weapons that authorities believed were to cause an uprising against the government of President Felix Tshisekedi.<\/P>
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Kahimbi was reportedly suspended from his post and not allowed to leave the volatile country.<\/P>
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A representative of the military high command confirmed the death and probe but could not be drawn to comment on the cause of the death.<\/P>
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All steps have been taken to clarify the circumstances of this sad loss, said military aide, Don de Dieu Kilumba.<\/P>
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The deceased was a controversial figure in DRC murky political waters.<\/P>
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He was under sanctions from the European Union (EU) for alleged human rights abuses.<\/P>
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Kahimbi retained his post following the election of Tshisekedi to succeed Joseph Kabila as the head of state in an election late in 2019.<\/P>
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It was anticipated the new administration would quell militancy ravaging the eastern parts of the country.<\/P>
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Banditry has continues, parallel to a deadly outbreak of Ebola and a surge in measles.<\/P>
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Source: CAJ News Agency <\/P>
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