DRC 'flawed' election could have knock-on effect on mining industry

Dec 15, 2011 | 11:53 AM |

The mining industry in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) could struggle to attract inward investment after the president admitted his re-election was flawed. DRC president Joseph Kabila admitted this week that the country’s November 28 poll was fraught with challenges and logistical problems, but said he was duly elected for another term into office. The opposition, led by Etienne Tshisekedi, is disputing Kabila’s win. Western....





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