Moïse Katumbi, former governor of Katanga, recently filed his candidacy for the presidential election of the Democratic Republic of Congo. However, his file was not received by the Independent National Electoral Commission (CENI) due to a formal error.
Katumbi’s team showed up with photocopies of the documents needed for the application, while the CENI required the originals for authentication. Among the missing documents were the criminal record extract and the certificate of nationality, two essential elements in the application validation process.
Katumbi’s relatives tried to downplay the mistake by saying they would return the next day with the complete file. They stressed that this was simply an administrative formality and that there would be no legal consequences.
It is important to note that the procedure required by the CENI complies with the electoral legislation in force and that all applications are treated in the same way. It is therefore essential to scrupulously respect the requirements for Katumbi’s application to be accepted.
This situation highlights the importance of rigor and compliance when it comes to running for president. Applicants must ensure that all required documents are in order and presented in their original form to avoid any inconvenience or rejection of their application.
The candidacy of Moïse Katumbi arouses keen interest and many expectations in the DRC. His popularity and political influence make him a potentially formidable candidate against other presidential contenders. It is therefore crucial for his team to ensure the rigor and conformity of his candidacy to maximize his chances of participating in the presidential election.
The rest of this story remains to be written. We look forward to the full receipt of Moïse Katumbi’s candidacy file by the CENI and the subsequent developments of his presidential campaign. Stay tuned for the latest news on the DRC elections.