In the midst of political turmoil, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is the scene of a heated debate around the revision of its constitution. The discordant voices within the Union Sacrée highlight the crucial issues of such a reform. Two prominent figures, Jean Thierry Monsenepwo and Ngoyi Kasanji, spoke out firmly, each defending his vision of the opportunity and prudence to be exercised in this institutional revision.
At the heart of the discussion, Jean Thierry Monsenepwo, as spokesperson for the Convention of United Congolese (CCU), stressed the urgency of adapting the constitution to contemporary Congolese realities. His conviction is that the current text no longer corresponds to the aspirations of the people, thus calling for a necessary reform to strengthen the voice of each in national construction. Monsenepwo strongly supported the initiative to collect the 100,000 signatures needed to launch the process of change, emphasizing the mobilization of civil society to legitimize this approach through massive citizen participation.
Faced with this prospect, Ngoyi Kasanji, National Member of Parliament, issued a cautious warning, stressing the importance of not being distracted from the country’s development priorities. While acknowledging the need for institutional reforms, he insisted on the responsibility of efficient use of public resources for the well-being of the Congolese population. Kasanji’s call for serious commitment to President Tshilombo, emphasizing large-scale actions in the service of the people, underscored the need to improve living conditions before undertaking any constitutional reform.
This complex debate reveals the tension between the aspiration for institutional change and urgent social imperatives. While the Union Sacrée broadly approves of the idea of constitutional reform, the nuances expressed by its members, such as Kasanji, raise questions about the management of national priorities and the need for a balanced approach to respond to the complex challenges facing the DRC.
In short, the revision of the Congolese constitution gives rise to deep reflections and diverse positions, revealing the complexity of the political and social issues that drive the country. The balance between necessary institutional change and responsible management of resources appears to be a crucial challenge to be met to ensure a prosperous future for the Congolese nation.