Press review of Thursday, November 16, 2023: Elections and killings in Malemba-Nkulu at the heart of the news
The preparations for the elections scheduled for December 20 and the recent acts of violence in Malemba-Nkulu occupy the front pages of the newspapers published Thursday, November 16 in Kinshasa.
In an article in the newspaper La Prospérité, Adolphe Muzito, leader of the Nouvel élan party, expresses his satisfaction with the proposal for debates between candidates and a common program, which attracts the attention of political actors from all sides. He is in favor of frank and sincere talks within the opposition, with the aim of developing a common program before the elections. This initiative is attracting growing interest and could help strengthen the transparency and democracy of the electoral process.
The president of the Independent National Electoral Commission (CENI), Denis Kadima, reaffirms in an article in the newspaper Le Potentiel his commitment to respecting the electoral calendar. He affirms that postponement is not envisaged and that the elections will indeed take place on December 20, 2023. Despite the multiple challenges facing the CENI, it has worked diligently to respect each stage of its schedule. Denis Kadima ensures that the CENI remains open to criticism and observations from stakeholders and does everything possible to guarantee the credibility and transparency of the electoral process.
At the same time, the recent killings in Malemba-Nkulu are also making headlines. Four people lost their lives following the murder of a motorcycle driver. The victim’s relatives suspect bandits from the Kasai area and demand that the perpetrators be brought to justice. The main sponsor has already been arrested, and the police are looking for the other people involved, as reported by La Tempête des Tropiques.
The security situation in Malemba-Nkulu is currently under control of the police, according to Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of the Interior, Peter Kazadi, quoted by Le Potentiel. Investigations are underway to determine the responsibilities of those arrested and those who are on the run. The armed forces and the Congolese police are mobilized to ensure the security and tranquility of the population.
In conclusion, the preparations for the elections and the killings in Malemba-Nkulu are at the center of news in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The proposal for debates between candidates and the guarantee of compliance with the electoral calendar by the CENI raise hopes of a transparent democratic process. The acts of violence in Malemba-Nkulu, however, remind us of the importance of security and justice to ensure social peace.
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