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Anti-Mobutu military coalition (1996–1997)
Démocratiques pour la Libération du Congo), also known by the French acronym AFDL, was a coalition of armed movements and political organizations composed
AFDL
1996–1997 war in central Africa
a leader of one of the three main rebel groups that founded the AFDL. While the AFDL was an ostensibly Zairian rebel movement, Rwanda had played a key
First_Congo_War
Type of United States Navy drydocks
AFD-28/AFDL-28 By Doullot & Ewin USS AFD-29/AFDL – AFDL-29 By Doullot & Ewin USS AFD-30/AFDL-30 By Foundation Co. Scrapped in 1979. USS AFD-31/AFDL-31 By
Auxiliary_floating_drydock
USS Endeavor was a 200-foot AFDL-1 Class Small Auxiliary floating drydock in service with the United States Navy during World War II. Built and delivered
USS_Endeavor_(AFDL-1)
1997 battle during the First Congo War
rebels of the Alliance of Democratic Forces for the Liberation of Congo (AFDL), supported by the Rwandan Patriotic Front, took the city defended by the
Battle_of_Kisangani_(1997)
Conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
advance of the Alliance des forces démocratiques pour la libération du Congo (AFDL) brought the Banyamulenge into the national spotlight, increasing their political
Kivu_conflict
President of the DR Congo from 2001 to 2019
First Congo War broke out in 1996. His father was a founding member of the AFDL movement to overthrow Mobutu with the backing of Rwanda and Uganda. Joseph
Joseph_Kabila
(AFDL-25) USS AFDL-26 USS AFDL-27 USS AFDL-28 USS AFDL-29 USS AFDL-30 USS AFDL-31 USS AFDL-32 USS AFDL-33 USS AFDL-34 USS AFDL-35 USS AFDL-36 USS AFDL-37
List of auxiliaries of the United States Navy
List_of_auxiliaries_of_the_United_States_Navy
President of the DRC from 1997 to 2001
made the leader of the AFDL as the chairman of its executive committee. As a native of Katanga, he was used to give the AFDL more of a national character
Laurent-Désiré_Kabila
Congolese military officer
make the AFDL a force independent of foreign influence. The latter stance resulted in him falling into disfavor with Rwanda, one of the AFDL's main supporters
André_Kisase_Ngandu
Ministry of Defence. André Kissasse Ngandu [fr], founding member of the AFDL, the coalition that would bring down Mobutu Sese Seko as the President of
Jacques_Nziza
Country in Central Africa (1965–1997)
growing ethnic violence. In 1996, Laurent-Désiré Kabila, the head of the AFDL militia, led a popular rebellion against Mobutu. With rebel forces making
Zaire
Province of the Democratic Republic of the Congo
including the Alliance of Democratic Forces for the Liberation of Congo-Zaire (AFDL), the Rwandan Patriotic Army (RPA), Congolese Rally for Democracy (RCD),
South_Kivu
Capture of Lumbumbashi
rebels of the Alliance des forces démocratiques pour la libération du Congo (AFDL) took the city of Lubumbashi from the Zairean armed forces (FAZ) loyal to
Capture_of_Lubumbashi
AFDL-1-class dry dock of the United States Navy
USS Adept (AFD-23) was a AFDL-1-class small auxiliary dry dock of the United States Navy Auxiliary floating drydock built for World War II. The construction
USS_Adept
Congolese military officer and warlord
in Rwanda. In 1996, he returned to the Congo and joined Laurent Kabila's AFDL forces during the First Congo War. However, he later rebelled against Kabila's
Laurent_Nkunda
Province of the Democratic Republic of the Congo
the elderly, became the primary targets of the AFDL–RPA's systematic attacks. On 9 December 1996, the AFDL–RPA forces committed one of their deadliest massacres
North_Kivu
1996–1997 genocidal massacres
Rwanda-backed Alliance des Forces Démocratiques pour la Libération du Congo-Zaïre (AFDL) attacked refugee camps in Eastern DRC, home to 527,000 and 718,000 Hutu
Massacres of Hutus in the First Congo War
Massacres_of_Hutus_in_the_First_Congo_War
Rebel group of the Second Congo War
Liberation of Congo (AFDL), led by Laurent-Désiré Kabila. The AFDL invaded Zaire in late 1996 in what became known as the First Congo War. The AFDL and their Rwandan
Army for the Liberation of Rwanda
Army_for_the_Liberation_of_Rwanda
General construction contractor in Florida
AFDLs displaced 1,200 tons and could lift 1,900 tons to take a ship out the water for repair. AFDLs were built as one piece, open at both ends. AFDLs
The_Auchter_Company
Communist party in Zaire (1967–1996)
Congo (AFDL), a heterogeneous coalition of forces hostile to Mobutu, including the CNRD, the ADP and the MRLZ. With the founding of the AFDL, the PRP
Party of the People's Revolution
Party_of_the_People's_Revolution
1996 massacre in Lemara, Democratic Republic of the Congo
perpetrated by the Alliance of Democratic Forces for the Liberation of Congo (AFDL) at Lemera Hospital, a medical facility in the small town of Lemera in the
Lemera_massacre
Capital and most populous city of DR Congo
Ugandan-backed Alliance des Forces Démocratiques pour la Libération du Congo (AFDL), led by Laurent-Désiré Kabila, marked the beginning of serious human rights
Kinshasa
January 2001 (Assassinated) 3 years, 244 days Independent member of the AFDL — Joseph Kabila (born 1971) — 17 January 2001 26 January 2001 9 days Independent
List of presidents of the Democratic Republic of the Congo
List_of_presidents_of_the_Democratic_Republic_of_the_Congo
The third USS Ability (AFD-7/AFDL-7) was a small auxiliary floating drydock in the service of the United States Navy. The construction of AFD-7, a one-section
USS_Ability_(AFDL-7)
Provincial capital and city in North Kivu, DR Congo
in 1997 by the Alliance of Democratic Forces for the Liberation of Congo (AFDL), the Nyumba Kumi system is akin to a similar administrative framework in
Goma
the AFDL against Hutu militants and refugees. As soon as most Hutu were driven away, however, many Mai-Mai groups turned against Rwanda and the AFDL. Despite
List_of_wars_involving_Rwanda
American engineering company
AFD-1 – AFDL-1 USS AFD-2 USS AFD-3 – AFDL-3 USS AFD-4 – AFDL-4 USS AFD-5 – AFDL-5 USS Dynamic (AFD-6) – AFDL-6 USS Ability (AFD-7) USS AFD-8 – AFDL-8 USS
Chicago_Bridge_&_Iron_Company
Congolese left-wing armed group and political party
presence of Rwandan troops in Zaire, but subsequently became favourable to the AFDL rebels led by Laurent-Désiré Kabila. The FLNC joined the opposition under
Congolese National Liberation Front
Congolese_National_Liberation_Front
Village in Bafuliru Chiefdom, Uvira Territory
of the First Congo War, on 18 October 1996, Lubarika was attacked by the AFDL (Alliance des Forces Démocratiques pour la Libération du Congo-Zaïre), the
Lubarika
of Congo-Zaire (AFDL) was founded by a leading member of Mobutu's political opposition, Laurent-Désiré Kabila, in October 1996. The AFDL recruited fighters
Democratic Republic of the Congo–Rwanda conflict (2022–present)
Democratic_Republic_of_the_Congo–Rwanda_conflict_(2022–present)
Bilateral relations
the Alliance des Forces Démocratiques pour la Libération du Congo-Zaïre (AFDL) under the leadership of Laurent-Désiré Kabila, a long-time opponent of the
Democratic Republic of the Congo–Rwanda relations
Democratic_Republic_of_the_Congo–Rwanda_relations
Mass murder campaign in Rwanda
further into Zaire were relentlessly pursued by the RPA under the cover of the AFDL rebellion and 232,000 Hutu refugees were killed, according to one estimate
Rwandan_genocide
President of DR Congo and Zaire from 1965 to 1997
instead stared at the ceiling; after some conferring with the Zairian and AFDL aides, I was able to discern that the prevailing rationale was that he [Kabila]
Mobutu_Sese_Seko
Rwanda-backed Alliance des Forces Démocratiques pour la Libération du Congo-Zaïre (AFDL) conducted mass killings of Rwandan, Congolese, and Burundian Hutu men, women
List_of_genocides
the AFDL against Hutu militants and refugees. As soon as most Hutu were driven away, however, many Mai-Mai groups turned against Rwanda and the AFDL. Despite
List_of_wars_involving_Sudan
Political party in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
victory by the Alliance of Democratic Forces for the Liberation of Congo (AFDL) in the First Congo War, with heavy support from the governments of Uganda
Rally_for_Congolese_Democracy
Transport aircraft in the Royal Air Force
Airport, Ireland on 16 July 1943. Fingal Passenger variant was registered G-AFDL and delivered to Imperial Airways (later BOAC) as Fingal in 1939. Destroyed
De_Havilland_Albatross
List of ships with the same or similar names
USS Ability (MSO-519), was the lead ship of the Ability-class minesweepers. USS Ability (AFDL-7), was a small auxiliary floating dry dock. This article incorporates text
USS_Ability
President of Rwanda since 2000
against Zaire, with both countries being instrumental in the setting up of the AFDL and committing troops to the war. The two nations joined forces again at
Paul_Kagame
Congolese rebel leader and military chief of M23
Zaire (now Democratic Republic of the Congo) Allegiance RPF (1990–1994) AFDL (1996–1998) RCD (1998–2003) CNDP (until 2009) March 23 Movement (2012–present)
Sultani_Makenga
Shipyard in Oakland, California, United States
later called, AFDL-42, an Auxiliary Repair Dock, Concrete (ARDC), was sold to Hurley Marine Works in 1945 and scrapped in 1975. AFDL-42 was built by
Hurley_Marine_Shipyard
List of U.S.-backed regime change operations
into the Alliance of Democratic Forces for the Liberation of the Congo (AFDL), led by Laurent-Désiré Kabila. The United States covertly supported Rwanda
United States involvement in regime change
United_States_involvement_in_regime_change
Type of naval ship
shipbuildinghistory.com. Retrieved 2019-01-23. "Floating Dry-Docks (AFDB, AFDM, AFDL, ARD, ARDM, YFD)". shipbuildinghistory.com. 30 April 2015. Retrieved 8 January
Auxiliary_ship
Building in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo
troops from the Alliance of Democratic Forces for the Liberation of Congo (AFDL), which was composed of kadogos (child soldiers) and Rwandan Patriotic Army
Palais_de_Marbre
Minority Ethnic group in South Kivu province, DR Congo
the RPF-backed Alliance of Democratic Forces for the Liberation of Congo (AFDL), which the Banyamulenge militias joined, crossed the border and dismantled
Banyamulenge
US naval inventory classification system
non-self-propelled variants. AFDB: Large Auxiliary Floating Dry Dock AFD/AFDL: Small Auxiliary Floating Dry Dock AFDM: Medium Auxiliary Floating Dry Dock
Hull_classification_symbol
Former American engineering and construction company
Air Force in 1974 USS ARD-32 sold 1960 USS ARD-33 (By Dravo Corp.) renamed AFDL 47 Reliance California during World War II Maritime history of California
Pacific_Bridge_Company
woman by the name of Catarina Manuel Jorge. He later became a member of the AFDL under Laurent-Désiré Kabila. Reaching the rank of general, he served as the
Faustin_Munene
Territory in North Kivu, DR Congo
to Rwanda: the Alliance of Democratic Forces for the Liberation of Congo (AFDL), responsible for 4,380 violations; the March 23 Movement (M23), with 1,524
Rutshuru_Territory
American shipbuilding company in World War II
(PDF) on 2019-01-12. Retrieved 2019-01-23. "Floating Dry-Docks (AFDB, AFDM, AFDL, ARD, ARDM, YFD)". shipbuildinghistory.com. 30 April 2015. Retrieved 8 January
Everett-Pacific Shipbuilding & Dry Dock Company
Everett-Pacific_Shipbuilding_&_Dry_Dock_Company
1990–1994 armed struggle in Rwanda
further into Zaire were relentlessly pursued by the RPA under the cover of the AFDL rebellion, killing an estimated 232,000 people. The defeated forces of the
Rwandan_Civil_War
vs. Kalinga South Asia First Congo War 0.25 million 1996–1997 Zaire vs. AFDL Democratic Republic of the Congo Cristero War 0.25 million 1926–1929 Mexico
List_of_wars_by_death_toll
Territory in South Kivu, DR Congo
That same day, AFDL and RPA forces launched their offensive, killing at least 88 civilians in Kiliba, with 15 buried in Uvira. The AFDL-RPA units also
Uvira_Territory
the AFDL against Hutu militants and refugees. As soon as most Hutu were driven away, however, many Mai-Mai groups turned against Rwanda and the AFDL. Despite
List_of_proxy_wars
auxiliary concrete floating drydock ARDC-11, renamed AFDL-44. Loaned by US in 1969, purchased in 1980. 2 AFDL-1-class United States Floating Drydock YD-200
List of equipment of the Philippine Navy
List_of_equipment_of_the_Philippine_Navy
American politician and diplomat (born 1964)
through the confirmation process." In the context of the Rwandan, Ugandan, AFDL and Angolan invasion of Zaire (later known as the Democratic Republic of
Susan_Rice
Command AFCS – Automatic Fire-Control Systems AFD – Automatic Feeding Device AFDL – Advanced Flight Deck Lighting AFF – Active Fire-and-Forget AFFLQ – Active
Glossary of military abbreviations
Glossary_of_military_abbreviations
Place in Haut-Katanga Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo
the forward base for AFDL (including Genl Joseph Kabila, son of President and commander of AFDL army). In October 2000. The AFDL advance was reversed
Pweto
UN report on human rights violations in the DRC
survived previous attacks, were repatriated to Rwanda with the help of the AFDL/APR authorities and that hundreds of thousands of Rwandan Hutu refugees were
DRC_Mapping_Exercise_Report
Commune in North Kivu, Democratic Republic of Congo
Alliance of Democratic Forces for the Liberation of Congo (AFDL) of Laurent-Désiré Kabila, AFDL troops and their allies from Rwanda and Uganda committed
Kanyabayonga
the AFDL against Hutu militants and refugees. As soon as most Hutu were driven away, however, many Mai-Mai groups turned against Rwanda and the AFDL. Despite
List_of_wars:_1990–2002
the AFDL against Hutu militants and refugees. As soon as most Hutu were driven away, however, many Mai-Mai groups turned against Rwanda and the AFDL. Despite
List_of_wars_involving_Uganda
Village in South Kivu, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Libération du Congo (AFDL), alongside RPA and FAB troops, pushed deeper into South Kivu, several massacres occurred. In late October 1996, AFDL and RPA forces
Bibokoboko
Chiefdom in Uvira Territory, South Kivu
control. The AFDL, backed by Rwanda and Uganda, confronted Mobutu Sese Seko's government forces. According to Amnesty International, the AFDL was responsible
Bafuliiru_Chiefdom
Congolese soukous band
among the fandom and mounting political sensitivities, particularly as the AFDL insurgency led by Laurent-Désiré Kabila gained ground in eastern Zaire, the
Wenge_Musica
Floating drydock
Air Force in 1974 USS ARD-32 sold 1960 USS ARD-33 (By Dravo Corp.) renamed AFDL 47 Reliance Drydock Semi-submersible Popular Science Feb 1937, page 43 HyperWar:
Auxiliary_repair_dock
Village in the DRC
people displaced, rendering them excruciating suffering in October 1996 when AFDL (Alliance des Forces Démocratiques pour la Libération du Congo-Zaïre) invaded
Bwegera
Congolese musician and singer
late 1960s with African Fiesta. When Mobutu fell from power in 1997 and the AFDL under Laurent-Désiré Kabila assumed control, Tabu Ley returned to Kinshasa
Tabu_Ley_Rochereau
the AFDL against Hutu militants and refugees. As soon as most Hutu were driven away, however, many Mai-Mai groups turned against Rwanda and the AFDL. Despite
List of wars involving the Democratic Republic of the Congo
List_of_wars_involving_the_Democratic_Republic_of_the_Congo
Conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
of Kolwezi 1991 Zaire unrest First Congo War (1996–1997) Formation of the AFDL Massacres of Hutus AFD insurgency (1996–99) Kichwamba massacre Operation
2025 Democratic Republic of the Congo attacks
2025_Democratic_Republic_of_the_Congo_attacks
Democratic Republic of the Congo politician
of Congo-Zaire (AFDL or ADFLC) approached the city, Nzemba quickly switched sides. Nzemba declared that he was ready to work with AFDL a week before the
Jonas_Mukamba_Kadiata_Nzemba
US Navy floating drydock, 1943 to 1987
February 2019. Colton, Tim (30 April 2015). "Floating Dry-Docks (AFDB, AFDM, AFDL, ARD, ARDM, YFD)". Shipbuilding History. Archived from the original on 19
USS_Artisan
Alliance des Forces Démocratiques pour la Libération du Congo-Zaïre (AFDL). The AFDL, now seeking the broader goal of ousting Mobutu, made significant military
History of the Democratic Republic of the Congo
History_of_the_Democratic_Republic_of_the_Congo
War Alliance of Democratic Forces for the Liberation of Congo-Zaire or the AFDL. These were anti-Mobutu rebels in the former Zaire during the First Congo
List_of_guerrilla_movements
(DE-343) USS Aberdeen (1912) USS Abilene (PF-58) USS Ability (PYc-28, MSO-519, AFDL-7) USS Abinago (YTB-493/YTM-493) USS Abingdon (PC-1237) USNS Abiqua (T-AO-158)
List of United States Navy ships: A–B
List_of_United_States_Navy_ships:_A–B
Conflict fought for independence
Croatian War of Independence. The aftermath of the Rwandan genocide saw the AFDL invade Zaire, overthrowing the regime of Mobutu and reverting its name to
War_of_independence
Major World War 2 base in Caroline Islands
Auxiliary floating drydock USS Endurance (ARDM-3), Auxiliary floating drydock AFDL-32, a type of Small Auxiliary Floating Dry Docks USS ARD-13, ARD Auxiliary
Naval_Base_Ulithi
Chiefdom in Walungu Territory, South Kivu
from the Alliance of Democratic Forces for the Liberation of Congo-Zaire (AFDL) and the Rwandan Patriotic Army advanced toward Bukavu, they destroyed many
Ngweshe_Chiefdom
forces of the Alliance of Democratic Forces for the Liberation of Congo (AFDL). 20 March to July 1993 14,000+ North Kivu, Walikale territory, Masisi territory
List of massacres in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
List_of_massacres_in_the_Democratic_Republic_of_the_Congo
the AFDL against Hutu militants and refugees. As soon as most Hutu were driven away, however, many Mai-Mai groups turned against Rwanda and the AFDL. Despite
List of wars involving Eritrea
List_of_wars_involving_Eritrea
Safeguard-class rescue and salvage ship
1991. In the first leg of her deployment, she towed the floating dry dock AFDL-40 from Pearl harbor to Subic Bay, Philippines. She arrived at Subic bay
USNS_Salvor
Chiefdom in Nyiragongo Territory, North Kivu
conflict escalated during the First Congo War when the Rwandophone-dominated AFDL rebellion supported the Butsitsi clan's claim to chieftaincy. Godefroid Butsitsi
Bukumu_Chiefdom
power through the Alliance of Democratic Forces for the Liberation of Congo (AFDL) in May 1997, a rebel movement supported by Rwandan, Ugandan, Angolan, and
Music of the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Music_of_the_Democratic_Republic_of_the_Congo
Large auxiliary floating drydock of the US Navy
pacificwrecks.com ABSD-4 and ABSD-2 pacificwrecks, Auxiliary Floating Dry Dock AFDL-12 inside ABSD-4 in Seeadler Harbor pacificwrecks, ABSD-4 sunk side view
USS_ABSD-4
Congolese military officer
although they remain as military advisors to the head of state. He joined the AFDL in 1996, and was made Inspector-General of the FAC in July 2005. Promoted
François_Olenga
International border
who had participated in the genocide. In October 1996, Laurent Kabila's AFDL, with support from Rwanda, launched an offensive in eastern Zaire against
Democratic Republic of the Congo–Rwanda border
Democratic_Republic_of_the_Congo–Rwanda_border
Military forces of the DR Congo
quickly-organised Alliance of Democratic Forces for the Liberation of Congo (AFDL) in invading Zaire, aiming to stop the attacks on Rwanda in the process of
Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Armed_Forces_of_the_Democratic_Republic_of_the_Congo
the AFDL against Hutu militants and refugees. As soon as most Hutu were driven away, however, many Mai-Mai groups turned against Rwanda and the AFDL. Despite
List_of_wars_involving_Angola
Combined military forces of Rwanda
Pact weapons and ammunition either directly to Goma or by airdrop along the AFDL front lines. He reports that after the war's outbreak, the U.S. Air Force
Rwandan_Defence_Force
WWII American floating drydock
journal}}: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link) ABSD-6 US Navy AFDL 6 UN Navy Bureau of Ships Journal, Volume 1, page 7 May 1952 Dictionary of
USS_ABSD-6
Large auxiliary floating drydock of the US Navy
NavSource USS AFDM-2, ex USS YFD-4 (1943–1945) "Floating Dry-Docks (AFDB, AFDM, AFDL, ARD, ARDM, YFD)". shipbuildinghistory.com. 30 April 2015. Retrieved 8 January
USS_AFDM-2
Branch of the Armed Forces of DR Congo
possible coup, resulting in its collapse in the face of Laurent Kabila's AFDL rebel movement during the First Congo War (1996–1997). After Kabila's overthrow
Land Forces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Land_Forces_of_the_Democratic_Republic_of_the_Congo
officer in the SARM, commanded several company-level units, but cleaved to AFDL during the civil war. Became commander of 10th Brigade in North Kivu 5 October
Minister of Defence (Democratic Republic of the Congo)
Minister_of_Defence_(Democratic_Republic_of_the_Congo)
SPLA-led offensive against the Sudanese government
and driven from Zaire by the SPLA and its allies, namely Uganda and the AFDL, in the course of the First Congo War, thus allowing the SPLA to launch Operation
Operation_Thunderbolt_(1997)
Bantu ethnic group native to Central Africa
Democratic Forces for the Liberation of Congo (AFDL). Although this intervention did strengthen the AFDL's military position, it was accompanied by widespread
Fuliru_people
Village in Bafuliiru Chiefdom, South Kivu
War, the AFDL, with support from Banyamulenge, carried out numerous atrocities against civilians in Uvira. Many lost their lives to AFDL's violence,
Mulenge
Congolese rebel leader
broke off his studies for unknown reasons. In 1996, when Laurent Kabila's AFDL invaded the country, Yakutumba returned to Fizi and joined the Mai-Mai. Yakutumba
William_Yakutumba
Seat of the National Assembly and Senate of the Democratic Republic of the Congo
1997, after the Alliance of Democratic Forces for the Liberation of Congo (AFDL) under Laurent-Désiré Kabila seized power, the Parliament of the Republic
Palais_du_Peuple_(Kinshasa)
(1996-1997) saw the Alliance des forces démocratiques pour la libération du Congo (AFDL), led by Laurent-Désiré Kabila and supported by Rwanda and Uganda, overthrow
Genocost
AFDL
AFDL
AFDL
AFDL
Girl/Female
Assamese, Celebrity, Gujarati, Hindu, Indian, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Sanskrit, Tamil, Telugu
Goddess Lakshmi
Girl/Female
Tamil
Butterfly
Girl/Female
Tamil
Darshitha | தரà¯à®·à¯€à®¤à®¾
Sight, Shown
Girl/Female
Hindu
Lord Chandra (Moon), Moons Ray
Male
English
Contracted form of Roman Latin Mauricius, MAURICE means "dark-skinned; Moor." Introduced to Britain by the Normans. Infrequently used by the French and English.
Boy/Male
Australian, Danish, French, German, Greek, Swedish, Swiss
People's Victory; Victorious Person
Boy/Male
Hindu, Indian, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Telugu
Lucky; Auspicious
Boy/Male
Hindu, Indian, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Sanskrit, Tamil, Telugu
Spurting; Flowing; Lord Kartikeya
Girl/Female
Indian
Load Siva
Girl/Female
Indian
Sweet Little Lady
AFDL
AFDL
AFDL
AFDL
AFDL