The news concerning Moïse Katumbi and his presidential candidacy arouse strong reactions within the Congolese opposition. Indeed, the receipt of his candidacy by the Independent National Electoral Commission (CENI) was refused due to the absence of the required original and certified documents.
This decision provoked anger within the Ensemble pour la République party, to which Moïse Katumbi belongs. The executives and activists are indignant towards the team responsible for putting together the application file, accusing their negligence of having led to this refusal.
Faced with this situation, Hervé Diakese, spokesperson for Moïse Katumbi, reassured that measures will be taken to regularize the situation. He promised to return to the CENI the next day with all the requested documents in order to be able to accomplish their mission.
This new twist in the presidential race raises questions about the seriousness and rigor of the teams surrounding the candidates. Indeed, the submission of a candidacy for the highest office in the country should be prepared with the greatest attention in order to respect the procedures in force.
It also highlights the importance of transparency and legality in the electoral process. Candidates must ensure that they provide all necessary documents within the specified deadlines to ensure a fair and equitable election.
In conclusion, the refusal of Moïse Katumbi’s candidacy for president by the CENI highlights the importance of careful preparation of a candidacy file. He reminds political actors of the importance of respecting procedures and working for transparency in the electoral process. To be continued to see how the situation develops in the coming days.