Title: Félix Tshisekedi strengthens his anchorage across the country as the elections approach
Introduction :
Four months before the general elections in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Félix Tshisekedi, son of former opponent Étienne Tshisekedi, continues to strengthen his roots across the country. According to several international polls, the presidential candidate is gaining ground thanks to his achievements and the satisfaction of the population. In this article, we will present to you the results of a report by the American polling firm GeoPoll, which highlights Felix Tshisekedi’s lead over his competitors.
International analyzes in favor of Felix Tshisekedi:
GeoPoll’s Sociopolitical Barometer report, published recently, indicates that Felix Tshisekedi is seriously strengthening his lead over his challengers. According to this document, the main opponents of Tshisekedi, Martin Fayulu and Moïse Katumbi, are losing ground compared to previous surveys.
Half of the Congolese population declares itself generally satisfied with the results of the outgoing president, with however challenges to be met for his second five-year term. It is in particular a question of the construction of basic infrastructures, the creation of jobs for young people and the end of insecurity in the East of the country. Free education is the only really advanced reason for satisfaction.
According to GeoPoll, 65% of Congolese are willing to re-elect Félix Tshisekedi as head of the DRC. Well ahead of his competitors, Moïse Katumbi obtains only 12% of voting intentions, and Martin Fayulu, meanwhile, only collects 8%.
Solid support for Felix Tshisekedi:
Despite contrasting perceptions of the situation in the DRC and its record, Félix Tshisekedi retains strong support just four months before the elections. His supporters are particularly motivated to go to vote, while support for opposition candidates is declining. According to GeoPoll’s report, there are no signs of a fragmented opposition that could pose a significant challenge for President Tshisekedi.
In terms of expected election results, the strength of support for the president and the fragmentation of the opposition point to a landslide victory for Felix Tshisekedi in the upcoming presidential election.
Conclusion :
With the approach of the general elections in the DRC, Felix Tshisekedi is consolidating his grip on the country, according to the results of a report by the American polling firm GeoPoll. The incumbent president enjoys strong support from the Congolese population, while his main rivals are seeing their popularity decline. This comfortable lead portends a landslide victory for Félix Tshisekedi in the next presidential election, but there are still challenges ahead for his second term, including infrastructure and youth employment.