Article: Marie Josée IFOKU, the candidate of the Alliance of Elites for a New Congo (AENC), launches into the race for the presidency
The Candidature Reception and Processing Office (BRTC) of the Independent National Electoral Commission (CENI) registered the candidacy of Marie Josée IFOKU, who presents herself as the candidate of the Alliance of Elites for a New Congo (AENC), during of the presidential election scheduled for December 20, 2023.
Marie Josée IFOKU, the first female candidate to embark on this race for the supreme office, completed the administrative formalities and was taken to the President of the CENI, Denis KADIMA KAZADI, to discuss the electoral process.
During a press conference, Marie Josée IFOKU presented her political vision based on the concept of “kombolization”. According to her, this vision is based on cleaning up the anti-values and bad practices that have persisted in the Democratic Republic of Congo since its independence. She aspires to break with this system of predation and allow the rebirth of the country.
Marie Josée IFOKU spoke about her meeting with President Denis KADIMA KAZADI, emphasizing the importance of transparency and legitimacy in the electoral process. She offered her support to the President to ensure fair and equitable elections.
The candidacy of Marie Josée IFOKU brings a new dynamic to the Congolese political scene, highlighting diversity and the importance of women’s participation in the political sphere. Her commitment to the fight against anti-values and political predation makes her a key player in the search for a new start for the DRC.
In conclusion, the candidacy of Marie Josée IFOKU marks an important step in the Congolese political landscape. His vision of “kombolization” and his commitment to a break with predatory practices demonstrate his desire to restore citizens’ confidence in the political system. It remains to be seen how his candidacy will be received by Congolese voters during the vote next December.