Title: Elections in the DRC: an unprecedented enthusiasm for national deputies
Introduction :
The elections in the Democratic Republic of the Congo are arousing exceptional enthusiasm among the population. This is evidenced by the record number of 25,000 candidate files received by the Independent National Electoral Commission (CENI) for national deputies. This influx demonstrates the Congolese people’s attachment to democratic values and testifies to the country’s desire to organize transparent and democratic elections. In this article, we will explore the reasons for this unprecedented mobilization and the challenges the CENI faces in ensuring the smooth running of the electoral process.
A strong enthusiasm for democratic values:
According to Denis Kadima, spokesperson for the CENI, the influx of candidates for national parliament reflects the commitment of the Congolese to democratic values. With an average of 50 candidates per seat, never reached since the first democratic elections in 2006, it is clear that the population wishes to exercise its right to vote and participate actively in the political life of the country. This mobilization testifies to a collective awareness of the importance of democracy in building a better future for the Democratic Republic of Congo.
CENI preparations for the 2023 elections:
The CENI is committed to ensuring the smooth running of the elections by actively working on preparations for the polls scheduled for December 20, 2023. CENI teams are on the ground to ensure that everything will be ready in due time. hour. Denis Kadima stresses that the objective is to make the 2023 elections a true celebration of democracy in the Democratic Republic of Congo. However, he also warns against the rise of intolerance and violence during the election campaign, stressing that only the debate of ideas must take precedence in a democratic society.
Towards a new democratic era in the DRC:
The enthusiasm observed for the elections in the DRC, as well as the efforts of the CENI to guarantee transparent and democratic elections, seem to indicate the will of the country to turn a new page and to build a nation based on the principles of democracy and good governance. However, there are still challenges to overcome, particularly with regard to security during the electoral period and the need to prevent verbal and physical violence. The Democratic Republic of the Congo is at a turning point in its history, and the success of the next elections will be decisive for the future of the country.
Conclusion :
The enthusiasm of the Congolese for the elections in the DRC and the record number of candidacies for the national deputy testify to the importance given to democracy and citizen participation. The CENI, meanwhile, is actively working to ensure transparent and democratic elections in 2023. However, the rise of intolerance and violence remains a major challenge. The Democratic Republic of the Congo is at a turning point in its history, and the success of the next elections will be decisive for the future of the country