2024-12-08
For several days, the thorny issue of revising or even changing the Constitution in the Democratic Republic of Congo has continued to spark heated debates within the political class. It is in this turbulent context that the Minister of State, Minister of the Budget, Aimé Boji Sangara, recently took a position in favor of a possible overhaul of the fundamental law.
During a ceremony to revitalize and massively join new members of GABS (Génération Aimé BOJI SANGARA), the Minister of the Budget explained the motivations that lead him to consider such a change. According to him, the current Constitution, adopted in 2006, is tainted with gaps and superfluous institutions, accusing foreign influences during its drafting.
Aimé Boji Sangara underlines in particular the unsuitability of certain constitutional provisions imported from other countries, noting an inconsistency with the Congolese reality. It highlights the incompatibility of these institutions with the country’s development context and the specific concerns of the population.
In addition, the Minister of the Budget points out certain ambiguous and even controversial constitutional clauses, questioning their relevance and practical application. He insists on the need to update the Constitution in order to better reflect current issues and the aspirations of the Congolese people.
Faced with this assertive position, divergent positions are beginning to crystallize within the Congolese political class. Some express clear support for a constitutional revision, while others display fierce opposition to any change.
It is interesting to note that some individuals, who had opposed the adoption of the current Constitution in 2006, are now siding with supporters of constitutional reform, thus sparking intense debates within public opinion.
The debate on the revision of the Constitution in the DRC is only just beginning, and it is likely that new perspectives and arguments will emerge as the discussions continue. It is now up to political actors and civil society to debate constructively and democratically in order to find a consensus on this crucial issue for the future of the country.