‘I am a living statue’: How DR Congo’s most famous soccer fan is keeping Patrice Lumumba’s legacy alive
- Posted on June 24, 2026
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‘I am a living statue’: How DR Congo’s most famous soccer fan is keeping Patrice Lumumba’s legacy alive
During the Democratic Republic of Congo’s matches, you might see a man standing with a saluting gesture for the entirety of 90 minutes. Michel Kuka Mboladinga wants you to know that it’s not just about the soccer.