The political scene in the Democratic Republic of Congo has seen intense movements lately. The political opposition denounces the “chaotic electoral process” and demands the organization of elections within the constitutional deadline. The political parties Ecide, Envol, LGD, and Ensemble pour la République sent a letter to the town hall announcing another march on June 21. This march will start from district 3 in the commune of Masina, will pass by the boulevard Lumumba to end at the place Saint Raphael, Ière rue Limete.
These rallies aim to protest against the upcoming elections, the demonstrators accusing the Independent National Electoral Commission (CENI) of preparing an electoral fraud in favor of the current Head of State, Felix Tshisekedi. Several opposition figures, including Martin Fayulu, Moise Katumbi, Matata Ponyo and Delly Sesanga also called for a meeting on June 17 in Place Sainte Thérèse, in the commune of Ndjili.
However, the great mobilization remains the march convened on May 20, which was violently repressed by the police and security forces. Despite this, the opposition has not given up its fight and continues to multiply actions against the power in place. They join forces to obtain the organization of elections within the constitutional deadline.
Alongside this political turmoil, security in the DRC remains a major concern. The International Criminal Court is investigating crimes against humanity in Lituri province, while transporters have suspended transport on routes to the former eastern province in protest at growing insecurity.
However, there is positive news, including the success of 52,784 ENAFEP finalist students, 2023 edition in Kasai, which is proof of the solidity for education in the DRC. Or the Salon des Jeunes Entrepreneurs Congolais, which was a day of inspiration, discussion and funding for young local innovators.
In short, the Congolese political scene is turbulent at the moment, while the security situation remains volatile in certain regions. Nevertheless, there are reasons to be optimistic for the future, with promising initiatives emerging in the country.