The question of the distribution of seats for the next elections in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is currently the subject of debate in parliament. Two hypotheses arise: the adoption of the law with the option of subsequent voter registration in certain territories or the adoption of the law with the option of non-registration in these same territories.
In the first case, the electoral file of the Independent National Electoral Commission (CENI) will be considered as partial or incomplete. This implies a new distribution of seats by electoral district after enrolment.
In the second case, the electoral register will be corrected but the new distribution of seats will be based on the number of 484 seats only. This option consecrates the partition of the country and requires a referendum consultation to obtain popular support from the entire Republic.
Consequently, it would be neither rational nor logical to convene the electorate for June 25, 2023, since neither the electoral register and even less the distribution of seats will be final on this date. Instead of an electoral force that could put the Sacred Union in a trap, Adolphe Muzito offers a legal and republican way out, by fulfilling the conditions necessary for a transparent, inclusive electoral process for free and peaceful elections.
Beyond this electoral issue, several other topical issues need to be taken into account in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Significant progress was made for the security of the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo during the extraordinary summit of the East African Community. The International Criminal Court is investigating crimes against humanity in the province of Lituri. Carriers suspend transport on routes leading to the former Eastern Province. Citizen movements are alarmed by the restriction of civic space and electoral pressure. The fair for young Congolese entrepreneurs was the occasion for a day of inspiration, discussion and financing. The deputies and senators of Together for the Republic have called for the release of political prisoners and an end to the dictatorship. Julienne Lusenge has been appointed deputy coordinator of the national monitoring mechanism for the Addis Ababa framework agreement in the DRC, a step forward for the representation of women in peacebuilding.
In short, the situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo remains complex and requires special attention. This context requires that legal and republican solutions be sought to allow this great country to move forward on the path of democracy and development.