Promulgation of Constitution
Kabila promulgates the constitution approved in the national referendum.
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2006 in Democratic Republic of the Congo
Explore 6 historical events and records for Democratic Republic of the Congo in 2006.
Historical records for Democratic Republic of the Congo in 2006
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February
July
Advances to Presidential Runoff
Finishes second in the first presidential round and qualifies for the October runoff.
Leads First Presidential Election Round
Finishes first in the initial presidential ballot and advances to a runoff against Jean-Pierre Bemba.
October
Wins Presidential Runoff
Wins the second presidential round against Jean-Pierre Bemba and secures an elected mandate under the new constitution.
December
Elected Presidential Inauguration
Kabila takes office under the new constitution after winning the election.
Appointment as Prime Minister
Kabila appoints veteran politician Gizenga to form the first government under the new constitution.
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