Moïse Tshombe

Moïse Tshombe was a Congolese politician who played a significant role in the Democratic Republic of the Congo's history. He led the secession of Katanga Province in 1960, aiming to maintain control over its valuable mineral resources. His leadership was controversial; some viewed him as a protector of regional interests, while others saw him as a destabilizing figure. Tshombe later served as Prime Minister of Congo, working to restore national unity. His political career was marked by complex regional and international dynamics during the country's turbulent post-independence period.