Title: “The UNC nominates Félix Tshisekedi as presidential candidate of 2023: A carefully considered choice”
Introduction :
Vital Kamerhe’s Union for the Congolese Nation (UNC) recently announced its support for Félix Tshisekedi’s candidacy for the 2023 presidential election. This choice was made during the party’s 3rd ordinary congress, marking an important step. in the presidential race in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
After weighing the pros and cons, the members of the UNC decided that Felix Tshisekedi was the ideal candidate to embody their vision of a better future for the country. This decision was taken taking into account the progress made by the president in office and his actions which could allow the UNC and the UDPS to retain power.
A choice of heart and reason:
According to Vital Kamerhe, president of the UNC, the choice of Félix Tshisekedi as presidential candidate of 2023 is both a choice of heart and of reason. It testifies to the confidence placed in the capacity of the President of the Republic to carry high the national ambitions of the party.
This unfailing support of the UNC to Felix Tshisekedi is explained by the recognition of the enormous task which awaits the president, as well as by the conviction that the power in place could continue to bring positive changes for the country.
Strategic support:
Billy Kambale, a member of UNC, stressed the importance of maintaining the power acquired in the 2018 elections. According to him, the UNC must show patience and provide necessary support to guarantee the retention of power.
The UNC also intends to influence the results of the legislative elections in order to influence the constitution of the next government. The aim is to ensure that the formation of the government is done according to the real political strength coming from the ballot box, rather than a simple political agreement.
Conclusion :
The UNC’s announcement nominating Félix Tshisekedi as the 2023 presidential candidate testifies to the confidence and support accorded to the incumbent president. This choice, motivated by both emotional and strategic considerations, marks a key step in the race for the presidency in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The UNC thus positions itself as an essential player in the Congolese political landscape, with the ambition of contributing actively to the future of the country