Title: Moïse Katumbi: An incomplete application file creates controversy
Introduction :
Moïse Katumbi’s candidacy for the presidential election in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has been marred by controversy. Indeed, when submitting his candidacy file to the Independent National Electoral Commission (CENI), essential documents were missing, which gave rise to reactions and questions. In this article, we review the events and issues surrounding this affair.
An incomplete application file:
During the presentation of Moïse Katumbi’s application file to the CENI, his representatives were confronted with a major problem: original documents were missing. More specifically, the criminal record extract and the certificate of nationality were not present in the documents submitted. Instead, certified copies were provided.
CENI requirements:
The CENI, in accordance with the electoral legislation in force, required the presentation of original documents to authenticate the candidacy. As the body responsible for validating application files, the CENI must ensure the veracity of the information provided.
The reaction from the Katumbi camp:
Faced with the CENI’s request, Moïse Katumbi’s camp indicated that it would return the next day with the complete file, including the missing original documents. Hervé Diakese, close to the former governor of Katanga, declared that this situation had no legal consequences and that he did not wish to argue.
The issues of the controversy:
This affair raises several questions regarding the preparation of Moïse Katumbi’s candidacy and his ability to respect legal requirements. Some see this incident as a possible diversionary strategy aimed at drawing attention to minor administrative problems rather than the real political issues.
Conclusion :
The candidacy of Moïse Katumbi for the presidential election in the DRC was marked by controversy linked to an incomplete file. If the controversy could be avoided by providing the missing documents, this case highlights the importance of respecting legal procedures and electoral requirements. Political competition in the DRC is intense, and each candidate must present a solid file that complies with established rules. The rest of this story, we will soon publish a new article to keep you informed of the rest.