The political party Union for Democracy and Social Progress (UDPS) in the Democratic Republic of Congo is mobilizing in favor of the revision of the Constitution initiated by President Félix Tshisekedi. This initiative is sparking heated debates within the Congolese political scene, with marked opposition and committed supporters.
The position of the UDPS, expressed by its Secretary General Augustin Kabuya, is clear: it is essential to support the ongoing constitutional revision project. According to him, it is a democratic act aimed at responding to the aspirations of the Congolese people. Despite the criticism and reservations expressed by certain political leaders and the National Episcopal Conference of Congo, the UDPS remains determined to defend this approach and mobilize the population in its favor.
The announcement of national demonstrations in support of the constitutional revision is a strong sign of the UDPS’s commitment to this project. Faced with opponents who fear a possible third term for Félix Tshisekedi, the ruling party affirms its desire to stay the course and to highlight the positive repercussions of this reform for the country.
The mobilization of the UDPS raises major issues for the political future of the DRC. Indeed, the question of constitutional revision is closely linked to the social and political stability of the country. Both supporters and detractors of this project must be heard to ensure a pluralist and constructive debate.
At the heart of this controversy, the political legacy of Étienne Tshisekedi, founder of the UDPS and emblematic figure of the Congolese opposition, is emerging. Constitutional revision is seen as a way of continuing his fight for democracy and social progress.
Ultimately, the mobilization of the UDPS in favor of the revision of the Constitution in the DRC highlights the tensions and challenges of a democracy under construction. The upcoming national protests will be a litmus test to measure popular support for this reform and to assess its political legitimacy.