From the hills of Masisi to the political twists and turns of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Jacquemain Shabani Lukoo Bihango, a personality with multiple talents and commitments, embodies a new era of Congolese leadership. Born in Brussels in 1974, this son of Professor Célestin Shabani and Marie-Claire Kalinda has charted his path with determination and success, both professionally and politically.
A graduate in Private Judicial Law from the University of Kinshasa, Jacquemain shone as a lawyer at the Kinshasa-Matete bar, successfully defending citizen movement activists. His legal expertise has proven crucial in several cases, demonstrating his firm conviction for justice and the defense of fundamental rights.
On the political front, Jacquemain rose through the ranks within the Union for Democracy and Social Progress (UDPS), going from simple sectional President to a key role as Secretary General of the party. His involvement in political organization and training within the UDPS was essential for the development of the party and its contribution to the Congolese political scene.
In May 2018, Jacquemain Shabani took over as head of the UDPS Permanent Electoral Commission, overseeing a large-scale electoral monitoring project. His electoral experience in 2011 earned him strategic positions within the Cap pour le Changement (CACH) coalition and in the victorious electoral campaign of December 2023 with the re-election of Félix Tshisekedi to the presidency.
Engaged in philanthropic actions through his Bin Biteko foundation, Jacquemain was elected senator of North Kivu in May 2024. Two days later, he was appointed Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of the Interior, Security, Decentralization and Customary Affairs , testifying to his competence and determination to serve his country.
Jacquemain Shabani Lukoo Bihango represents the strength of a new generation of Congolese leaders, combining legal expertise, political commitment and dedication to his community. His appointment to such a strategic position highlights the confidence placed in him to address the complex interior and security challenges in the DRC, demonstrating his unwavering commitment to the future of his country.
In conclusion, Jacquemain Shabani embodies an emblematic figure of Congolese youth, carrying within him the hope and the desire to build a better future for all. His impressive career and his resolutely action-oriented vision make him a key player in the Congolese political scene, ready to face challenges and work for the progress and stability of his country.