Electoral process in the DRC: Issues and tensions
The launch of the 2023 electoral process in the DRC is raising tensions and significant political issues. In an interview with MCP, Ferdinand Kambere, deputy permanent secretary at the PPRD, rejects the CENI’s announcement of an upcoming meeting with opposition leaders to explore solutions that could make the electoral process more inclusive. . He believes that this institution is contested and therefore does not have the capacity to invite the opposition which disapproves of its legitimacy.
Article 10 of the law on the composition of the CENI being violated according to him by the National Assembly, the CENI is in the process of sowing disorder to create a crisis by the will of this regime. How can a contested institution invite partners to the electoral process, asks Ferdinand Kambere?
In the same dynamic, the Catholic Church criticizes this meeting and seizes the opportunity to call for profound reforms in the electoral sector. Indeed, the Church has stated that the ongoing electoral process in the DRC still lacks transparency and credibility.
In the economic context, the country risk conference in Kinshasa provided a platform to discuss solutions for the DRC’s economic growth.
In addition, the Congolese population concerned about the regulation of subcontracting activities in the DRC welcomed the visit of the ARSP which aims to be encouraging in the CREC 7 and 8 companies.
In this period of political tension in the DRC, a fight for the regulation of subcontracting activities is essential. Business development in subcontracting should promote local employment and the strengthening of local industry. The growth of these companies must take place in a clear and transparent legal and regulatory context to maintain fair and equitable competition between stakeholders.
In short, the 2023 electoral process in the DRC continues to fuel debate. Political tensions are growing, civilians are concerned and the economic sector is facing regulatory and transparency challenges. The risks are high but there remains hope that these challenges will be met for a consolidated democracy in the DRC