The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is currently in full preparation for its next presidential, legislative and local elections which will be held on December 20, 2023. In this context, a delegation of German MPs recently met the President of the Independent National Electoral Commission (CENI), Denis Kadima Kazadi, to discuss progress in the electoral process.
This delegation, led by Mrs. Julia Klockner, spokesperson for the German deputies, and accompanied by Jakob Kerstan, resident representative of the Konrad Adenauer Foundation, expressed its interest and support for the preparations for the elections in the DRC. The Konrad Adenauer Foundation, a German think tank associated with the Christian Democratic Union of Germany, is committed to promoting freedom, peace and justice in the world.
During the meeting, Ms. Julia Klockner stressed the importance of trust in the electoral process to guarantee credible, transparent and inclusive elections. She also praised the work of the CENI and its president in organizing these crucial elections for the DRC.
This visit by German deputies testifies to the international interest in the electoral process in the DRC. The international community is closely following the preparations for the elections and is mobilizing to ensure that they take place. These elections are of paramount importance for the future of the country, and their transparency and legitimacy are essential to ensure a stable democratic transition.
The meeting between the German delegation and the President of the CENI also reflects the DRC’s commitment to international cooperation and its willingness to collaborate with other countries to ensure the success of this electoral process.
In conclusion, the preparations for the next elections in the DRC are attracting growing international interest. The visit of the German delegation and its support for the CENI testify to the importance of these elections for the DRC and the need for the active participation of the international community to guarantee their transparency and credibility. The DRC is thus preparing to take a decisive step in its democratic development, and collaboration with international partners such as Germany is essential to ensure the success of this electoral process