Fatshimetrie, the online news media known for its journalistic rigor, reports a crucial step in the electoral process in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Indeed, the president of the Independent National Electoral Commission (CENI), Denis Kadima, recently made a working visit to the CENI central warehouse in Kingambwa. This visit is part of the supervision of the work of personalizing ballot papers and electronic voting devices in preparation for the elections scheduled for December 15 in the territories of Masimanimba (Kwilu) and Yakoma (North Ubangi).
Denis Kadima wanted to reassure voters in the territories concerned by affirming that the CENI is actively working to guarantee their right to vote and to avoid the mistakes of the past. He stressed the importance of the work underway, including the personalization of ballot papers on site, to ensure a transparent and reliable electoral process.
Referring to the lessons learned from previous elections, the CENI President stressed the need to mobilize all stakeholders in the electoral process to ensure the smooth running of the polls. In particular, he called on the security services to be fully engaged and equipped to guarantee the security of electoral operations.
Recalling the incidents that led to the cancellation of elections in these two entities in the past, Denis Kadima stressed the importance of cooperation between institutions to avoid past mistakes. He highlighted the hard work of the team deployed in Masimanimba to update electoral data and prepare for upcoming elections.
The CENI’s commitment to ensuring free and transparent elections is clearly stated by Denis Kadima. He calls for the responsibility of all actors involved in the electoral process to ensure respect for the will of the voters and the credibility of the polls.
Through this visit and these statements, the CENI demonstrates its determination to learn from the past and implement the necessary measures to ensure democratic and fair elections. This approach demonstrates the importance of transparency and collaboration between institutions to consolidate democracy in the Democratic Republic of Congo.