November 27, 2024 will remain etched in the memory of the Congolese as an opposition demonstration entitled “Sursaut National” was violently dispersed by the police at the Rond-Point Ngaba in Kinshasa. Led by Delly Sessanga, President of the Envol party and one of the main leaders of the movement, this march aimed to raise awareness among the population to firmly oppose the change to the Constitution currently under consideration.
This protest marked the second mobilization of the Sursaut National in the Congolese capital, after a recent demonstration also brutally repressed by the police. Despite the repression, Delly Sessanga and the other leaders of the movement announced their intention to organize a meeting at the Masina Municipal Stadium on December 14.
This umpteenth demonstration demonstrates the determination of the Sursaut National to oppose the constitutional change under discussion. All political opponents and civil society come together to defend the democratic achievements and constitutional integrity of the Democratic Republic of Congo against any attempt to modify the fundamental laws of the country.
In a climate of growing political tensions, the Sursaut National represents a strong and unified voice against any attempt at authoritarian drift. This mobilization underlines the will of the Congolese people to remain vigilant and committed to preserving the democratic foundations on which the nation has built its future.
Thus, this eventful march in the heart of Kinshasa resonates as a reminder of the importance of democracy and freedom of expression in any society aspiring to a just and equitable future for its citizens. The fight of the Sursaut National for the defense of democratic values embodies the hope of a better future for the Democratic Republic of Congo, where the voice of the people finds an echo in the political decisions that concern them.
Ultimately, the dispersal of the National Surge demonstration only strengthens the determination of opponents of constitutional change, ready to mobilize despite the obstacles to defend democracy and the rule of law in the Democratic Republic of Congo.