Arrest for Alleged Coup Plot
Is arrested with three former ministers and accused of plotting to overthrow Mobutu.
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1966 in Democratic Republic of the Congo
Explore 5 historical events and records for Democratic Republic of the Congo in 1966.
Historical records for Democratic Republic of the Congo in 1966
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May
June
Execution in Kinshasa
Is publicly executed with three former ministers after conviction for an alleged coup conspiracy.
Bakajika Law
The government asserts state ownership over land and mineral rights under the Bakajika Law.
Capital Renamed Kinshasa
Mobutu renames Leopoldville as Kinshasa during a wider programme of Africanisation.
October
Abolition of Prime Minister Office
Mobutu abolishes the prime ministership and concentrates executive authority in the presidency.
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