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President of Together for the Republic
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Moïse Katumbi Chapwe (born 28 December 1964) is a Congolese businessman and politician. He is the leader of the "Together for the Republic" party and a leading opposition figure in the DRC. As the former Governor of the mineral-rich Katanga Province (2007–2015), he was credited with boosting revenues and development. He is also the president of TP Mazembe, one of Africa's most successful football clubs. Katumbi has been a perennial presidential contender, though he was barred from running in 2018 and finished second in the disputed 2023 election. He remains a powerful broker in Congolese politics, leveraging his immense wealth and popularity in the mining belt.
Governor of Katanga Province (2007–2015)
President of TP Mazembe Football Club (5-time CAF Champions League winners)
Wealthy businessman in mining and logistics
Faced multiple legal charges (e.g., mercenary hiring, real estate fraud) viewed by many as politically motivated
Citizenship controversy (accused of holding Italian nationality) used to block his candidacy
accused of illegally exporting minerals during his governorship