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Clandestine Gatherings and Charging Gorillas

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In this chapter, Turene recounts a series of extraordinary encounters in eastern Zaire during the 1970s, when Mobutu’s state policies upended daily life.

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Roger Turene

Roger Turene has had a multifaceted career that spans decades, including diplomatic service, government advisory roles, and environmental advocacy. He has written this book simultaneously in French and English, with the French version being published by Les Éditions du Blé. Roger has previously published Mon pays noir sur blanc—regards sur le Manitoba francais on the French community in Manitoba. A dedicated advocate for cultural preservation and environmental protection, Roger continues to inspire through his storytelling and unwavering commitment to public service. He lives with his partner in Winnipeg, Manitoba.