Political news in the DRC: the candidates for the December 2023 presidential election are revealed
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is preparing for the presidential elections which will take place in December 2023. Candidates for this election have been submitted and the various political heavyweights and personalities from civil society have announced their participation. In this article, we present an overview of the main presidential candidates in the DRC.
Félix Tshisekedi, outgoing president, hopes to win a second term. He highlights his record, notably the implementation of social measures such as free primary education and the start of universal health coverage. However, the issue of low income among civil servants remains a challenge for his re-election.
Martin Fayulu, who had already participated in the 2018 presidential election, is running again. He seeks revenge after his disputed defeat at the time. Fayulu enjoys some popularity, but will face fierce competition in a political landscape already saturated with opposition and civil society candidates.
Moïse Katumbi, also a presidential candidate, is an influential businessman and former governor of Katanga province. He has previously performed well in the polls, but has never been able to run for president. This time, he finally hopes to realize his political ambitions.
Nobel Peace Prize laureate Dr. Denis Mukwege also announced his candidacy. As a fervent defender of human rights and the fight against sexual violence in the DRC, Mukwege is counting on his commitment and his international reputation to convince voters.
Faced with this multitude of candidates from the opposition and civil society, the question of cohabitation and unity arises. It is essential for these opponents to find alliances and create a common dynamic to be effective in this single-round presidential election.
However, there are fears of massive fraud, particularly due to the refusal of the Independent National Electoral Commission (Céni) to audit the electoral register and the lack of transparency in the process.
In conclusion, the presidential election in the DRC in December 2023 promises to be a crucial moment for the political future of the country. The various candidates, such as Félix Tshisekedi, Martin Fayulu, Moïse Katumbi and Doctor Denis Mukwege, hope to convince voters with their programs and their vision for a better DRC. The mobilization of opposition forces and civil society will be essential to face the challenges of this election and guarantee a transparent democratic process. Let’s stay tuned for future developments in this political news in the DRC.