The Plenary of the National Assembly of Congo on Wednesday October 11 was the scene of tense exchanges between the different political actors. Christophe Mboso, president of the Lower House of Parliament, indirectly accused Joseph Kabila’s Common Front for Congo (FCC) of seeking an arbitrary sharing of power through baseless dialogue. A statement which quickly provoked a scathing reaction from Ferdinand Kambere, deputy permanent secretary of the People’s Party for Reconstruction and Development (PPRD), member of the FCC.
In an interview given to a local media, Ferdinand Kambere wanted to clarify the position of the FCC by affirming that they are not asking for any dialogue for power sharing. He also stressed that it is rather the Sacred Union of the Nation which seeks to slip and obtain concessions during political meetings. According to him, the FCC and Joseph Kabila are determined to end the suffering of the Congolese people, by putting in place measures such as the state of siege and the regional force of the EAC.
Ferdinand Kambere also refuted Christophe Mboso’s accusations that the FCC was in cahoots with deserter general John Numbi to sabotage the electoral process. He described the allegations as shameful and stressed that the FCC only seeks to ensure democratic and inclusive elections, with the participation of all parties involved.
The deputy permanent secretary of the PPRD also expressed his concern about the abandonment of the ground by the Congolese army in the east of the country, thus leaving armed groups to act with impunity. He questioned the country’s sovereignty and accused the Sacred Union regime of plotting with the DRC’s enemies.
This verbal joust between representatives of the FCC and the Sacred Union reflects the political tensions that persist in Congo. While the country faces many challenges, particularly on the security and economic levels, it is crucial that political actors find common ground and work together for the well-being of the Congolese population.
In a context where political stability and national cohesion are essential, it is essential that stakeholders put aside their differences and work collaboratively to find lasting solutions to the problems facing the country. Political dialogue remains a necessary tool to achieve consensus and avoid sterile confrontations which only aggravate tensions.
The future of Congo depends on the ability of its leaders to put aside partisan interests and work together to build a better future for all Congolese. It is time to move beyond political disputes and place the general interest above all else.. Political stability and economic development are common goals that can only be achieved through dialogue and collaboration.