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The Democratic Republic of Congo is once again caught in political turmoil, this time under the fire of debates and tensions linked to Félix Tshisekedi’s announcement to change the Constitution. These recent events have caused great emotion within the Common Front for Congo (FCC), which reacted strongly to this decision by the Congolese president.
In a message entitled “Not being ready to die to defend your rights is to be an accomplice of your executioner!”, the FCC points the finger at the intentions of the current government, accusing Félix Tshisekedi of seeking to establish a life presidency by modifying essential constitutional provisions.
According to the FCC, this proposed change of Constitution would jeopardize the achievements of the Sun City National Consensus, thus compromising democracy and checks and balances in the Democratic Republic of Congo. For the FCC coordinator, Raymond Tshibanda, it is imperative to resist this authoritarian drift that seriously threatens the unity and stability of the country.
The FCC’s reaction only reflects the divisions and tensions currently shaking the Congolese political scene. On the one hand, the ruling power justifies the need to revise the Constitution to meet the needs of the moment, while on the other, the opposition and civil society denounce a desire to cling to power to the detriment of the popular will.
Indeed, the debate on the constitutional revision deeply divides the country, highlighting the major issues related to the preservation of democracy and the rule of law in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The coming months promise to be crucial for the country’s political future, and it is essential that political actors and civil society engage in a constructive and respectful dialogue to find inclusive and sustainable solutions.
Ultimately, it is the aspirations and rights of the Congolese people that must be placed at the heart of any political decision, in accordance with the Constitution and democratic principles. The future of the Democratic Republic of Congo depends on the ability of its leaders to work for the common good and ensure peace, justice and prosperity for all its citizens.