Women Leaders for Access to Speak (RFLAP) and the coalition of women candidates for the 2023 general elections recently published an open letter addressed to the Attorney General of the Republic. In this letter, they express their appreciation for his commitment to the recent revelations of the Independent National Electoral Commission (CENI) and call for a thorough investigation into the allegations of electoral fraud.
The RFLAP and the coalition also call for the resignation of all women candidates for ministers, parliamentarians and public officials mentioned by the CENI for their involvement in electoral fraud during the election of December 20. According to them, these candidates have the responsibility to be examples and to promote ethics and transparency in elections. Their resignation would send a strong message to Congolese society about their commitment and respect for good governance.
Furthermore, the RFLAP encourages women candidates to gather evidence and contact the competent authorities to restore their rights if they are innocent. It is important to emphasize that 15 women are among the 82 national deputy candidates invalidated by the CENI for fraud and illegal possession of electronic voting devices.
This initiative by RFLAP and the coalition of women candidates highlights the importance of electoral integrity and political ethics in the democratic process. They call for the accountability of candidates and transparency in elections, in order to guarantee fair and representative results.
A thorough investigation into allegations of electoral fraud is essential to preserve the integrity of the electoral system and restore confidence in the democratic process in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
This approach by RFLAP and the coalition of women candidates shows their commitment to promoting good governance and transparency. It highlights the importance of the role of women in Congolese politics and their desire to make their voices heard for a fair and legitimate electoral process.
In conclusion, the open letter from RFLAP and the coalition of women candidates calls for a thorough investigation into the allegations of electoral fraud and the resignation of the women candidates involved. This initiative highlights the importance of ethics and transparency in elections, as well as the essential role of women in Congolese politics.