DR Congo rapper pardoned after jail for insulting president

Delphin Katembo, who goes by the stage name Idengo, was arrested in October 2021 on charges of insulting the head of state and for calling for the killing of members of the security forces.

PREMIUM People

President Felix Tshisekedi (pictured) had announced on December 11 that he was planning to release rapper Delphin Katembo. (AFP)
By NewVision Reporter
Journalists @NewVision
#DR Congo #Delphin Katembo #Felix Tshisekedi #Beni

BENI - A Congolese rapper arrested in 2021 for insulting the country's leader Felix Tshisekedi has been freed from prison after receiving a presidential pardon, the musician told

Login to begin your journey to our premium content