Let's make this birthday one to remember.

85 years old (Born on November 27, 1939)

Today we celebrate Laurent-Desire Kabila, a man whose charisma was as legendary as his revolutionary spirit. Who else could lead an entire nation through turbulent times and still manage to keep that iconic smile? Your leadership during the First Congo War showed us all how determination (and perhaps a bit of stubbornness) can change history.

Though your time in office was brief, you certainly made it memorable—navigating political storms with flair and courage. On this birthday, let's remember not just your serious achievements but also those lighter moments when even bodyguards couldn't resist cracking a smile at your jokes!