Fatshimetrie, June 24, 2023 – After weeks of hard work, the final report of the special commission responsible for developing the internal regulations of the Senate of the Democratic Republic of Congo for the fourth legislature has finally been tabled. A crucial step in the functioning of this major political institution of the country.
The president of the special commission, Christophe Lutundula Apala pen’Apala, underlined the importance of the seriousness and thoroughness which went into the development of these internal regulations. Despite a few days of exceeding the initial deadline, the concern for quality and rigor prevailed.
For his part, the provisional president of the Senate, Pascal Kinduelo, praised the work accomplished by the commission, praising the quality of the final document. These regulations, made up of three hundred articles, establish the rules for the functioning and organization of the Senate, in accordance with the Constitution and the laws of the Republic. It also establishes the rights and duties of senators as well as members of political and administrative staff.
Once validated in plenary session, the draft internal regulations will be submitted for approval to the Constitutional Court to verify their compliance with the country’s fundamental texts. This step, decisive for the legitimacy and validity of the regulation, will pave the way for the establishment of the definitive office of the Senate.
This progress towards the adoption of the internal regulations of the Senate marks an essential milestone in the functioning of the Congolese parliamentary institution. It demonstrates the desire of the people’s representatives to establish a solid and transparent regulatory framework for the exercise of their mandate.
Ultimately, the development and validation of these internal regulations constitute a crucial step in the consolidation of democracy and the rule of law in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Respect for institutional rules and transparency in the functioning of institutions contribute to strengthening citizens’ confidence in their representatives and to guaranteeing the smooth running of public affairs.