'Impressive strategist'
Gen Kahimbi was undoubtedly one of the most powerful figures during Mr Kabila's time in power, reports the BBC's Gaius Kowene from Kinshasa. To some the military intelligence chief was an impressive strategist, who helped defeat rebels in the east of DR Congo, our reporter says. But to others he was a symbol of the torture and oppression of opponents of the former president, he says. It is not clear yet what exactly killed him. Some sources say he took his own life; his wife has been quoted as saying he had a heart attack. The army released a statement saying his death was a great loss. Earlier in the week, several sources said the general had been suspended because of the allegations he was facing. The US ambassador to DR Congo tweeted on Thursday: "As we have consistently said, those who are corrupt, commit violations of human rights, or disrupt the democratic process should be held accountable." A senior army commander has said the allegations were baseless and intended to tarnish Gen Kahimbi's image.DISCLAIMER: The Views, Comments, Opinions, Contributions and Statements made by Readers and Contributors on this platform do not necessarily represent the views or policy of Multimedia Group Limited.
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