OFAC sanctions former DRC President for backing M23 and its AFC coalition, fueling deadly conflict, mass displacement, and instability in eastern DRC while undermining peace efforts

The measures follow allegations that Kabila provided financial support, encouraged military defections, and sought to influence political developments in coordination with the M23 movement and the Alliance Fleuve Congo coalition. Treasury frames the sanctions as part of broader efforts to support regional peace agreements, counter conflict financing, and improve transparency and stability in the DRC’s political and critical minerals sectors…