Title: Consultation of the provisional list of voters and obtaining duplicates: the CENI mobilizes in Kinshasa
Introduction :
The independent national electoral commission (CENI) of the Democratic Republic of Congo is working to facilitate the consultation of the provisional list of voters and the issuance of duplicates in the city province of Kinshasa. Patricia Nseya, CENI rapporteur, recently toured different branches of the city to ensure the smooth running of these crucial operations in view of the elections of December 20, 2023. In this article, we will detail the objectives of this tour, the improvements made and the prospects for the next stages of the electoral process.
Field trip to ensure a smooth process:
Patricia Nseya went to the Selembao, Ngaliema and Gombe branches to inspect the conditions for consulting the provisional list of voters and the issuance of duplicates. The objective was to identify possible problems and find solutions to improve these processes. She spoke with branch managers to review the measures put in place and answer questions from voters present.
A positive observation and adjustments in progress:
Overall, Patricia Nseya’s mission was successful. She praised the organization and commitment of the teams responsible for these operations. However, some areas for improvement have been identified, particularly at the Ngaliema branch, where adjustments are necessary to respond quickly to voters’ requests. Patricia Nseya promised to complete the necessary kits to facilitate the processing of requests, especially as the electoral campaign period approaches.
Imminent publication of the provisional list on the CENI website:
Patricia Nseya also took the opportunity to announce that the provisional list of voters will soon be published on the CENI website. Due to the lack of physical space to display all the lists, voters whose names do not appear on the posters will have to present themselves to an attendant for verification. This measure aims to guarantee the accuracy of information and facilitate access to the lists for all voters. In addition, the mapping of polling stations will also be available online to facilitate the identification of voting locations.
Conclusion :
The CENI is doing everything it can to guarantee a transparent and fluid process for the next elections in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Patricia Nseya’s tour in Kinshasa made it possible to identify areas for improvement and to make adjustments. The imminent publication of the provisional list of voters on the CENI website will provide more accessible and practical consultation for all voters.. This approach demonstrates the desire of the Congolese to actively participate in the elections of December 20, 2023.