Summary
A fan at the Africa Cup of Nations stood still for the entire game to honor Patrice Lumumba, the first prime minister of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Lumumba is remembered for leading the country's fight for independence and losing his life because of it.
Key Facts
- A Congolese fan stood for 90 minutes during an Africa Cup of Nations game.
- The fan's gesture was to honor Patrice Lumumba.
- Lumumba was the first prime minister of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
- He is known for his role in the country's independence movement.
- Patrice Lumumba lost his life because of his fight for independence.
- The gesture highlights the continuing impact of colonial history and Lumumba's legacy.
