DR Congo Names First Female Prime Minister

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The Spin

Narrative A

This appointment ushers in a new era in the governance of the DRC. With this decision, Tshisekedi has further demonstrated his commitment to gender equality and positive masculinity.

Narrative B

As he starts his second term in office, Tshisekedi is using the gender-equality agenda to divert public attention from his failure to make good on his promise to fight corruption and embezzlement. This appointment is merely a PR stunt.

Metaculus Prediction

There's a 50% chance that the Democratic Republic of the Congo will experience a successful coup d'etat before Jan. 1, 2040, according to the Metaculus prediction community.


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