The article on the news of the Independent National Electoral Commission (CENI) in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has just been published, revealing crucial information on the next steps in the electoral process. According to the CENI, the provisional lists of candidates for Provincial Deputies and Municipal Councilors will be published on September 13.
This will be followed by a period for filing and processing appeals challenging the lists of candidates. Appeals concerning provincial deputies will be examined by the Courts of Appeal, while those concerning municipal councilors will be dealt with by the High Courts, which act as administrative courts. This phase will take place from September 14 to 29.
After the resolution of electoral disputes, the CENI will publish the final lists of candidates for provincial deputies and municipal councilors on October 14, 2023.
An important decision taken by the CENI is to postpone the election of municipal councilors scheduled for December 20, 2023. This decision follows the request of the Deputy Prime Minister in charge of the Interior, Security and Customary Affairs, who wishes to postpone this election in certain territorial entities where conflicts related to customary power and administrative delimitation arise acutely.
This CENI announcement reveals the importance of respecting procedures and deadlines in the electoral process in the DRC. The commission works actively to ensure the transparency and regularity of the elections, by processing appeals and publishing definitive lists, while taking into account the political and administrative realities of the country.
This electoral news highlights the importance of citizen participation and trust in the institutions responsible for organizing the elections. Elections are a fundamental pillar of democracy and their proper conduct is essential to ensure the legitimacy of elected representatives and respect for the popular will.
It is therefore crucial to closely follow the developments of this electoral process in the DRC, as this will have a significant impact on the political future of the country and on the construction of a democratic and inclusive society