Parliamentary Elections
Tshombe's political alliance wins the largest bloc in national parliamentary elections.
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1965 in Democratic Republic of the Congo
Explore 11 historical events and records for Democratic Republic of the Congo in 1965.
Historical records for Democratic Republic of the Congo in 1965
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March
October
Dismissal of Moise Tshombe
Kasa-Vubu dismisses Tshombe despite his alliance's electoral strength.
Appointment as Prime Minister
Kasa-Vubu appoints Kimba to form a government after dismissing Tshombe.
November
Parliamentary Rejection
Parliament rejects Kimba's proposed government, deepening the institutional deadlock.
Second Mobutu Coup
Mobutu removes Kasa-Vubu and assumes the presidency in a bloodless military coup.
Mulamba Government
Mobutu appoints General Mulamba to head the first government of the new regime.
December
Anti-Corruption Campaign Announced
Promises to curb corruption and administrative disorder while consolidating the new military-backed government.
Five-Year Ban on Party Politics
Suspends competitive party activity for five years after seizing presidential power.
Revolutionary Volunteers Movement
Creates a pro-regime mass movement that helps prepare the centralized political system of the Second Republic.
Suspension of Right to Strike
Restricts strike activity as part of an early programme to impose political and administrative discipline.
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CONACO Electoral Alliance
Builds the CONACO coalition to contest parliamentary elections and strengthen his political position.
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