Electoral registration is attracting great attention in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), particularly in the territories of Kwamouth, Masisi and Rutshuru. Adolphe Muzito, leader of the Nouvel Élan political party, recently had discussions with the president of the Independent National Electoral Commission (CENI), Dénis Kadima, to discuss recruitment in these regions.
According to Muzito, Kadima assured that voters in these territories will be taken into account and identification and registration will take place once the situation calms down. Muzito hopes the Catholic Church can lend its support in terms of monitoring to ensure that enlistment takes place transparently, even in rebel-controlled parts.
It is important to stress that the current electoral register, which has more than 43 million voters, is considered provisional because it does not take into account certain voters in the provinces of Maï-Ndombe and North Kivu. This point raises concerns about the completeness of the electoral register and the inclusiveness of the electoral process as a whole.
These exchanges between Adolphe Muzito and Dénis Kadima follow previous discussions with a group of four opposition leaders, including Martin Fayulu, Delly Sessanga, Matata Ponyo and a representative of Moïse Katumbi. During these discussions, Kadima pledged to display the lists of registered voters to ensure the transparency and serenity of the electoral process.
It is essential to guarantee the credibility and integrity of elections in the DRC, ensuring that all voters can register and participate fully in the democratic process. Electoral registration in the territories of Kwamouth, Masisi and Rutshuru will certainly be a key element in ensuring the representativeness and legitimacy of the next elections.
In conclusion, electoral registration in the territories of Kwamouth, Masisi and Rutshuru in the DRC continues to be an important hot topic. Discussions between Adolphe Muzito and Dénis Kadima highlight the importance of guaranteeing the transparency and inclusiveness of the electoral process, ensuring that all voters can fully participate in the upcoming elections. The involvement of the Catholic Church and other key actors in monitoring enrollment will be crucial to ensure the credibility and integrity of the process