Fatshimetrie, the online newspaper hungry for exclusive and relevant information, highlights the recent intervention of Augustin Kabuya, the Secretary General of the Union for Democracy and Social Progress (UDPS), in the heated debate around the modification of the Constitution of the DRC. In a hard-hitting and straightforward speech, Kabuya pointed the finger at the National Episcopal Conference of Congo (Cenco) for its opposition to this initiative led by the ruling party. Augustin Kabuya, true to his reputation as a bold leader, strongly denounced the threatening and violent tone used by certain Catholic prelates to counter the constitutional reform project. He referred to the 2005 referendum, where he and other political figures protested against a Constitution deemed toxic at the time. He highlights the astonishing turnaround of certain members of the Cenco, who, after denouncing the Constitution in 2005, defend it body and soul today. Kabuya challenges their sincerity and raises legitimate questions about their position.
The UDPS’s unwavering commitment to developing a new Constitution adapted to Congolese realities is reflected in Kabuya’s resolute remarks. He insists on the need to provide the country with a secure constitutional framework that is in line with the needs of the population. His clear and determined vision highlights the ruling party’s deep desire to contribute to building a democratic and equitable society for all Congolese.
Kabuya’s intervention reveals the tensions and major political issues surrounding the constitutional reform process in the DRC. His uncompromising speech challenges not only the political class, but also the entire Congolese society on the crucial importance of this approach for the future of the country.
Ultimately, Augustin Kabuya embodies the determination and the will to work for positive change in the DRC, despite the obstacles and opposition encountered. His plea for a renewed Constitution that respects the aspirations of the Congolese people resonates as a call for unity and the construction of a better future for all.