Judith Suminwa Tuluka became the first woman Prime Minister of which country?
Congo
2024 April
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Judith Suminwa Tuluka became the Democratic Republic of Congo’s first female Prime Minister, succeeding Jean-Michel Sama Lukonde. This historic appointment by President Felix Tshisekedi fulfilled a campaign promise. Tuluka, former Planning Minister, and assumed office just a month after Lukonde resigned from the position, which he held for three years. Her appointment is a major step toward female representation and equality in Congolese politics.