Roundtable on the 2006 Constitution in Mbuji-Mayi: A Necessary Reflection on the Institutional Future of the DRC
The question of the institutional organization of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has been at the heart of political and social debates for many years. The 2006 Constitution, a pillar of the country’s democratic transition, is now being questioned. In this context, a roundtable entitled “Maintain, Revise or Change the 2006 Constitution?” was organized in Mbuji-Mayi, bringing together university professors, lawyers and the student community to discuss the institutional future of the country.
The various speakers addressed essential topics such as the persistence of ancestral political practices, constitutional inflation, political intrigues and the need for a refoundation of territorial decentralization. These complex themes were analyzed from a scientific and objective perspective, aimed at stimulating reflection and fueling the debate on the evolution of democracy and political organization in the DRC.
The Rector of the Official University of Mbuji-Mayi, Apollinaire Cibaka Cikongo, stressed the importance of rethinking the country’s political organization, stating that Congo is sick with its organization and constitution. He called for a constructive debate and reconstruction work, highlighting the opportunity for President Tshisekedi to mark the political history of Congo by engaging the country in a process of reflection on its institutional future.
This round table was an opportunity for participants to exchange ideas, deepen their knowledge and broaden their vision of the current political situation in the DRC. In a spirit of sharing knowledge and respecting divergent opinions, the speakers contributed to enriching the public debate and opening up new perspectives for the future of the country.
In conclusion, the round table on the 2006 constitution in Mbuji-Mayi played a vital role in promoting democratic pluralism and collective reflection on the institutional future of the DRC. By encouraging dialogue and consultation between the various actors in Congolese society, it helped to strengthen the foundations of a participatory and inclusive democracy, paving the way for more in-depth reflection on the challenges and issues of political governance in the DRC.