**Félix Tshisekedi reaffirms his desire to provide the DRC with a new Constitution**
At the heart of political news in the Democratic Republic of Congo, President Félix Tshisekedi has once again reiterated his commitment to carrying out the long-awaited constitutional reform. During a recent speech in Kisangani, the Head of State clearly expressed his conviction that the current Constitution does not meet the needs and aspirations of the Congolese people. According to him, it is imperative to put in place a new fundamental text that reflects the realities and values specific to the Congolese nation.
In his statements, Félix Tshisekedi highlighted the imperfect nature of the current Constitution, which he believes was drafted by foreign actors, disconnected from the specificities and expectations of the Congolese people. This questioning of the legitimacy of the current Constitution is part of a process of reconstruction and redefinition of the country’s institutional foundations.
However, the Congolese President was keen to clarify that there is no urgency in tackling this constitutional project. Rather than rushing, he announced the upcoming establishment of a multidisciplinary national commission tasked with considering the overhaul of the Constitution. This deliberate and methodical approach will make it possible to involve different actors in Congolese society in a process of reflection and constructive dialogue.
While the constitutional revision initiative historically supported by the UDPS is sparking heated debates within the Congolese political class, the silence observed within the Union Sacrée, the ruling coalition, raises questions about the unity and cohesion of the country’s political forces around this reform project. The issue of the new Constitution therefore remains at the heart of political issues in the DRC and will continue to fuel discussions and controversies in the coming months.
Ultimately, the determination displayed by Félix Tshisekedi to initiate the constitutional review process is a strong signal of his commitment to modernizing institutions and meeting the democratic expectations of the Congolese population. This project, if carried out with transparency, consultation and openness, could pave the way for a new era of governance and democracy in the Democratic Republic of Congo.