When did the Democratic Republic of the Congo first transition power peacefully since its independence?
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1990
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2019
Answer
The Democratic Republic of the Congo, or DRC, has been plagued by political instability since its independence from Belgium in 1960. The country has experienced a series of civil wars, coups, and dictatorships. In 2019, the DRC held its first peaceful transfer of power since its independence.
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