Political news: Candidates for the 2023 presidential election are increasing in the Democratic Republic of Congo
Just 11 days before the close of the nomination period for the presidential election of December 20, 2023, several candidates have already presented themselves before the independent national electoral commission (CENI). Among the declared candidates are political figures such as Augustin Matata Ponyo, Constant Mutamba, Rex Kazadi, Radjabho Tebabho and Jo Sekimonyo Mutabazi.
However, CENI spokesperson Patricia Nseya also announced that 24 application files had been withdrawn. She called on all candidates to submit their candidacy within the stipulated deadlines, stressing the importance of respecting deadlines to ensure the smooth running of the electoral process.
Among the political figures who still generate anticipation are Franck Diongo Shamba, Bernadette Tokwaulu Aena, Marie-Josée Ifoku, Jean-Claude Baende, Delly Sessanga, Moïse Katumbi, Corneille Naanga and Félix Tshisekedi. Congolese voters carefully scrutinize their possible candidacies, because they play an essential role in the country’s future politics.
The stakes in this presidential election are high for the Democratic Republic of Congo. The country faces many challenges, both economically and socially. Voters therefore expect candidates to present concrete proposals to improve the situation in the country and meet the expectations of the population.
This pre-election period is also marked by political meetings and negotiations between the different stakeholders. The issues are multiple, ranging from security to the environment, including economic and social questions. Each candidate therefore tries to assert his skills and his political program to convince voters.
In short, the 2023 presidential election in the Democratic Republic of Congo is shaping up to be a crucial moment for the future of the country. Applications are multiplying, debates are being heard and the expectations of the population are high. All that remains is to wait for the results of the submission of candidacies to know the faces of the political figures who will compete during this presidential election.