Appointment of national deputies to the Government and in public companies in the DRC: a controversial practice
The question of the appointment of national deputies within the Government and in public companies in the Democratic Republic of Congo gives rise to debates within parliamentary civil society. Indeed, some organizations are questioning this practice of appointing elected officials who give up their seats for the benefit of their loved ones. According to these organizations, this practice leads to the installation of an oligarchy or a kleptocracy within the country.
One of the main concerns raised is that this practice promotes the concentration of power in the hands of a small group of people. By appointing national deputies within the Government and in public companies, the executive power strengthens its control over these institutions. This can lead to a loss of independence and transparency, and thus encourage corruption and abuse of power.
In addition, this practice is also criticized for its impact on the representativeness of citizens. Indeed, when national deputies are appointed to ministerial positions or in public companies, they abandon their seat in Parliament, thus depriving their voters of a voice in the National Assembly. This raises questions about the legitimacy of these appointments and the ability of Parliament to truly represent the interests of the people.
Faced with these criticisms, some voices are being raised in favor of a reform of this practice. It is proposed, for example, that national deputies cannot be appointed to the Government or to public companies during the duration of their mandate. This would ensure greater independence of institutions and strengthen the representativeness of citizens.
It is important to emphasize that these debates are not limited to the DRC, but are also present in many other countries. The question of the appointment of national deputies to government positions or in public companies raises democratic issues and raises the question of the separation of powers and the representativeness of citizens.
In conclusion, the appointment of national deputies to the Government and to public companies in the DRC is a practice which is debated within parliamentary civil society. Critics highlight the risks of concentration of power, loss of independence and representativeness. It is essential to continue debates on this issue and to find solutions that strengthen democracy and guarantee better functioning of institutions.