DR Congo presidential inauguration set for Thursday
Mr Felix Tshisekedi, the son of DR Congo's veteran opposition leader, Etienne, has taken the prize that eluded his late father — the presidency. PHOTO | FABRICE COFFRINI | AFP
What you need to know:
Tshisekedi, 55, will be taking the helm from Kabila who at only 47 has ruled the vast country for 18 years.
Tshisekedi was declared winner of the thrice-delayed election with 38.5 percent of the vote, while Martin Fayulu, who also comes from the opposition, was credited with 34.8 percent
Tshisekedi is the son of the late veteran opposition leader Etienne Tshisekedi, who died in February 2017, aged 84.
