The electoral process in the Democratic Republic of Congo continues to raise serious concerns among citizens. More particularly, the publication of the final lists of national deputy candidates and the granting of voting numbers by the Independent National Electoral Commission (CENI) gave rise to several questions and rumors.
Sources have thus recommended that candidates not yet print their visibility badges with the published voting numbers, arguing that the CENI could reinstate the names of candidates drafted by the Constitutional Court, which could disrupt the established order.
Faced with these rumors, the president of the CENI, Denis Kazadi, vigorously denied this information. However, he confirmed that the numbers appearing on the final list of national deputy candidates correspond to the electronic voting device, formerly called the Voting Machine.
It is therefore essential for candidates to read their number allocated in the Electronic Voting Device (DEV), in order to prepare well for the upcoming elections.
However, it should be noted that some candidates were taken by surprise by this announcement, creating widespread psychosis among them. It is therefore necessary for the CENI to communicate transparently and accurately with candidates and voters, in order to avoid any confusion and ensure a fair and democratic electoral process.
In addition, it is important to remember that the elections are a crucial moment for Congolese democracy. Citizens must exercise their right to vote in an informed and responsible manner, by choosing candidates who best represent their interests and aspirations.
In a context where trust in institutions is essential, it is up to the CENI to provide all the necessary information and to ensure that the electoral process takes place with transparency and integrity. Voters also have an essential role to play by learning about candidates and actively participating in the democratic debate.
In conclusion, the granting of voting numbers to national deputy candidates in the Democratic Republic of Congo raises legitimate questions. It is crucial that the CENI communicates clearly and transparently with candidates and voters, in order to ensure a fair and democratic electoral process. Congolese citizens must exercise their right to vote in an informed and responsible manner, thus contributing to the consolidation of democracy in their country.