The political landscape of the Democratic Republic of Congo is experiencing turmoil as several members of the government have decided to leave their positions within the executive to join the National Assembly. The move follows a deadline for MPs to choose between their government posts and their parliamentary seats, in accordance with article 108 of the constitution.
Among the political figures who chose to sit in the National Assembly, we find important figures such as Vital Kamerhe, Jean-Pierre Lihau, Antipas Mbusa, Crispin Mbadu, Claudine Ndusi and Puis Muabilu. The latter expressed their decision by presenting their letter of resignation to the president of the age bureau of the National Assembly.
Other members of the government are also finalizing their choice and are expected to submit their resignation letters by the deadline. Among them are Prime Minister Sama Lukonde and Senate President Bahati Lukwebo, who have not yet made their decision.
It is interesting to note that some ministers who opted for a seat in the National Assembly said they wanted to continue to deal with the day-to-day business of government. Although Article 108 of the Constitution does not require the resignation of government members to sit in Parliament, some have chosen to take the step to represent their respective constituencies.
This political transition raises questions about the management of institutions and the concentration of power. As new faces prepare to take their place in the National Assembly, it will be interesting to follow the evolution of this dynamic and its implications for the governance of the country.
In short, this redistribution of political forces in the DRC demonstrates a desire of certain actors to actively participate in parliamentary life while maintaining a certain continuity in the management of government affairs.