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Opposition Leader Named Winner in DR Congo Election

10/01/2019 GMT

BBC World Service - World Update, Opposition Leader Named Winner in DR Congo Election

Felix Tshisekedi is named President of DR Congo after a fiercely contested election

After many delays and a fiercely contested election Felix Tshisekedi readies himself to lead the Democratic Republic of Congo.

After an election which was plagued by delays, a myriad of problems and suspicions that it wouldn't be free and fair, opposition candidate Felix Tshisekedi has won the Democratic Republic of Congo's tightly contested presidential vote.

(IMAGE: Supporters of DR Congo"s opposition leader Felix Tshisekedi Opposition celebrate after his presidential win. CREDIT: EPA/HUGH KINSELLA CUNNINGHAM)

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