“During his recent visit to Kisangani, in the Tshopo province, President Félix Tshisekedi raised a heated debate by announcing the creation of a commission tasked with drafting a new constitution adapted to Congolese realities for next year.
This proposal immediately sparked mixed reactions within the Congolese political class and civil society. While the opposition questions the relevance of this initiative, arguing that the country faces other more pressing priorities, some civil society actors point to the lack of transparency and efficiency of the current regime, rather than the shortcomings of the current constitution.
The question on everyone’s lips is that of the articles likely to be revised in this new constitution. Indeed, the current constitution contains obstacles, particularly with regard to presidential mandates and the republican form of the State, thus highlighting the challenges that the commission will face in its revision task.
To shed light on this debate, the program ‘Parole aux auditeurs’ gave the floor to Tshibangu Kalala, professor of international law and specialist in public law, under the moderation of Marcel Ngombo Mbala. The exchanges were lively and rich in arguments, offering an informed view of the issues of this possible constitutional revision.
If you wish to delve deeper into this discussion, you can find the recording of the program on the Parole aux auditeurs website. And do not hesitate to share your thoughts and reactions on the dedicated Facebook page, or to contact the team directly by email or via WhatsApp.
In short, the question of the revision of the Congolese constitution gives rise to passionate debates and raises crucial issues for the future of the country. It remains to be seen in which direction the commission will steer its work, and what the implications of this potential reform will be for democracy and governance in the Democratic Republic of Congo.”